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Java Developer
NOT OPEN FOR C2C-ONLY OPEN FOR W2 FULL TIME SEEKERS
Location: Onsite- West Des Moines, IA (First 90 days onsite M-F for training, then hybrid 3 days onsite/2 WFH)--------------Please Note: (LOCAL CANDIDATES ARE PREFERRED- final round interviews will take place in person). Relocations onsite, day one are accepted.
MUST BE WILLING TO PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING:
-Full address and Address Verification: Locals to Des Moines or to Iowa are priority for this position (final interviews will take place in person for locals). Documentation of current residency will need to be provided with ALL candidate submissions.
Job Summary: We are seeking a seasoned Java Developer with strong expertise in Java development and experience in the life insurance industry. The ideal candidate will be adept at creating robust, scalable applications while ensuring seamless integration with databases and third-party systems. If you have a passion for building efficient, high-performing solutions and working with SQL and JSON, we d love to have you on our team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance applications using Java.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and understand requirements, especially in the life insurance domain.
- Implement and manage database integrations using SQL to ensure data accuracy and reliability.
- Work extensively with JSON to facilitate data exchange between applications and external systems.
- Develop and optimize APIs for application integration and performance.
- Debug and resolve technical issues, ensuring applications are secure, efficient, and scalable.
- Write and maintain technical documentation for system design, processes, and troubleshooting.
- Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to incorporate best practices.
Must-Have Skills:
- Java: Minimum 5 years of hands-on development experience.
- Proficiency in SQL for database interactions and query optimization.
- Experience working with JSON for data processing and APIs.
- Prior experience in the life insurance/financial industry, with a solid understanding of its processes and requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with frameworks like Spring or Hibernate.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.