Java Front End/UI Developer

Plans, develops, tests, and documents computer programs, applying knowledge of programming techniques and computer systems. Evaluates user request for new or modified program, such as for financial or human resource management systems, clinical research trial results, statistical study of traffic patterns, or analyzing and developing specifications for bridge design, to determine feasibility, cost and time required, compatibility with current system, and computer capabilities. Consults with user to identify current operating procedures and clarify program objectives. Formulates plan outlining steps required to develop program, using methodologies such as structured analysis and design or object-oriented development.

Performs User Interface and Web Services development and support for several HHSC IT applications. Activities will include front-end development using modern, responsive technology such as Angular or React; converting SOAP-based services to RESTful services; and development of new RESTful web services using JBoss EAP environment.

As a member of the team, participate in requirements analysis, high-level and detailed design, development, testing and deployment of new application components, as required.
Work with other teams as necessary to accomplish goals.
Create technical and design documentation, as required.
Perform system analysis and problem resolution, as required.
Analyze software for configuration & performance tuning opportunities, as required.
Develop and maintain data and process models, as required.
Employ contemporary testing methods to ensure applications function properly and without error.
Provide technical support for testing and implementation efforts.
Participate in program design, coding and test walk-through meetings to provide input regarding technical standards and customer requirements.
Provide application support (defect repair, maintenance, and production operations support) for web-based Java applications in an SOA platform. Perform system analysis, troubleshooting, diagnosis and problem resolution. Analyze software for defects and performance tuning opportunities. Develop and test application code to resolve defects and improve application reliability and performance.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Years
Required/Preferred
Experience
8
Required
Hands-on experience in Front End/UI development, enhancing and maintaining enterprise-class applications on the JEE application development platform
8
Required
Hands-on experience in Server-side/Web Services development, enhancing and maintaining enterprise-class applications on the JEE application development platform
8
Required
Hands-on development experience implementing applications utilizing any JEE Application Server, Authentication and Authorization, Caching strategies
8
Required
Hands-on programming experience in following languages / technologies: Java, JEE, REST/SOAP web services, HTML5, JavaScript, JQuery, AJAX, CSS3, Bootstrap, SASS, Typescript, Spring, Java Server Pages, Struts, JSON, XML, JWT, Maven, OpenAPI v3, OAuth
8
Required
Experience implementing client-facing applications with responsive design and development
8
Required
Experience implementing SPAs with at least 4 years of experience implementing SPAs using Angular TypeScript framework.
8
Required
Hands-on Experience implementing web services including at least 4 years of experience implementing RESTful services security using JWT, OAuth, and other related technologies/standards.
8
Required
Experience with integration of web services into Angular or React based SPAs
8
Required
Experience implementing client-facing applications using JSP and Struts
8
Required
Experience in development of self-contained, reusable, and testable modules and components
8
Required
Experience in implementing best practices in the areas of application design, performance, scalability and maintainability.
3
Preferred
Hands-on experience with JBoss or IBM WebSphere Application Server 8 or later
3
Preferred
Hands-on experience with Agile Development Methodologies (preferably Scrum)
2
Preferred
Hands-on development experience for mobile and tablet platforms