Java Developer

Job Summary:

Serve as an Application Developer focusing on the following technologies: Oracle Forms, Oracle PL/SQL, PHP, and Classic Microsoft ASP (3.0). This role supports ongoing maintenance to ensure the stability of applications residing in the client’s portfolio. This support work will focus on a specific Division’s application portfolio. However, the team member may also be assigned to work on other projects and/or applications in the client’s application portfolio, as specified by management.

Primary Responsibility:

• Maintain, enhance, and support a variety of the agency’s business applications to ensure continuous, efficient operations
• Assist in the preparation and documentation of program requirements and technical specifications in collaboration with stakeholders
• Conduct research and gather user requirements, translating them into actionable development tasks
• Design, write, and code software applications according to established specifications and business needs
• Support the creation and maintenance of user manuals, technical documentation, and operational guidelines
• Collaborate with network administrators, systems analysts, and software engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues with software systems
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior programmers, fostering professional growth and ensuring code quality

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• 7 years of experience in Java application development utilizing frameworks such as Struts/Tiles, Struts 2, Servlets/JSP, and JPA/Hibernate
• 5 years of experience with Oracle databases, including development of complex DML/DDL statements and PL/SQL database objects
• 3 years of hands-on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks such as AngularJS, NodeJS, React, or jQuery
• 3 years of full-stack development experience, delivering complete web-based solutions across front-end and back-end components
• Proficient in responsive web design frameworks, with practical experience using Bootstrap
• Skilled in version control using Git and continuous integration practices with tools like Jenkins
• Deep understanding of relational database design and object-oriented design methodologies
• Familiar with the Information Systems Development Methodology (ISDM) and related best practices
• Extensive experience with database tools such as TOAD, SQL Developer, and SQL Navigator
• Strong knowledge of database security principles, including role-based access controls
• Experienced in Unified Modeling Language (UML) for systems and software design
• Demonstrated ability to identify potential issues early in the development cycle and propose sound, scalable solutions
• Proven ability to work independently and manage work priorities effectively
• Skilled at maintaining effective working relationships and collaborating within cross-functional teams
• Thrives under pressure, consistently meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative and proactive mindset

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Oracle Certifications (specify which, if applicable)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Extreme Programming (XP), and Kanban
• Experience with Virtualization technologies, with a preference for Docker
• Proven experience implementing Geographic Information System (GIS) applications
• Skilled in developing web services, with a focus on RESTful API architecture
• Experience working with environmental regulatory business processes and practices

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or other Information Technology major, or equivalent work experience.