What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jr. Java Developer, Java Developer, or Sr. Java Developer position at Utah Retirement Systems?
About The Company
Utah Retirement Systems provides benefits for state and other Utah Public employees through the work of two divisions. The Retirement Office administers pension and retirement benefits. PEHP Health & Benefits specializes in medical, dental, life, and other benefits. We take pride in providing a peace of mind for thousands of Utah families. We are committed to our public mission and maintaining a positive team environment. We offer a competitive salary, and our benefits far exceed what most modern employers offer.
This position offers a hybrid work schedule with the requriement to work in the office one day per pay period.
Job Description
This job may be filled at any of the levels listed below.
Jr. Java Developer
Java Developer
Sr. Java Developer
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Applications Developer Manager performs a variety of functions involving the creation, implementation, and maintenance of applications and software systems engaging in all phases of the software development lifecycle. This includes analyzing user/business system requirements, design, development, quality/performance testing, and support applications and software both in development and in production.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES
Required Experience
Jr. Java Developer Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree in computer science or equivalent, or two (2) years of software application experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
This list contains knowledge, skills, and abilities that are typically associated with the job. It is not all-inclusive and may vary from position to position:
Required technical skills include the working knowledge and ability of:
- Java programming language and related technologies like J2EE, Spring Boot, JDBC, Web Services (REST, SOAP), XML, JSON, and Maven.
- Git version control system.
- JIRA or other project/issue tracking software.
- Relational databases and queries, preferably MSSQL
- Requirement gathering.
- Debugging software code identity issues.
Required mathematical skills include working knowledge of:
- Calculating figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages.
- Concepts of basic algebra.
Must possess excellent communication skills:
- Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or regulations.
- Write reports, business correspondence, software requirements, and procedure manuals.
Must have the ability to:
- Follow written and verbal instructions.
- Prioritize work.
- Perform within deadlines.
- Work well in a team environment as well as independently.
- Multi-task by handling a variety of duties in a timely and efficient manner.
- Follow through with assignments.
- Deal effectively with stress caused by workload and time deadlines.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with professionals, vendors, department heads, co‑workers and the public.
- Have a high degree of self-motivation.
The incumbent must always demonstrate judgment, high integrity, and personal values consistent with the values of URS.
Work Environment
Incumbent performs in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Tasks require a variety of physical activities which do not generally involve muscular strain, but do require activities related to walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing and seeing. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity required to perform essential functions.
Java Developer Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent, or four (4) years of progressively responsible software application experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
This list contains knowledge, skills, and abilities that are typically associated with the job. It is not all-inclusive and may vary from position to position:
Required technical skills include the working knowledge and ability of:
- Java programming language and related technologies like J2EE, Spring Boot, JDBC, Web Services (REST, SOAP), XML, JSON, and Maven.
- Git version control system.
- JIRA or other project/issue tracking software.
- Relational databases and queries, preferably MSSQL
- Requirement gathering.
- Debugging software code identity issues.
- Database design including Stored Procedures, DML, and DDL.
Required mathematical skills include working knowledge of:
- Calculating figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages.
- Concepts of basic algebra.
Must possess excellent communication skills:
- Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, legal documents, professional journals, technical procedures, or regulations.
- Write reports, business correspondence, software requirements, and procedure manuals.
Must have the ability to:
- Follow written and verbal instructions.
- Prioritize work.
- Perform within deadlines.
- Work well in a team environment as well as independently.
- Multi-task by handling a variety of duties in a timely and efficient manner.
- Follow through with assignments.
- Deal effectively with stress caused by workload and time deadlines.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with professionals, vendors, department heads, co‑workers and the public.
- Have a high degree of self-motivation.
The incumbent must always demonstrate judgment, high integrity, and personal values consistent with the values of URS.
Work Environment
Incumbent performs in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Tasks require a variety of physical activities which do not generally involve muscular strain, but do require activities related to walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing and seeing. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity required to perform essential functions.
Sr. Java Developer Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent, and four (4) years of progressively responsible software application experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
This list contains knowledge, skills, and abilities that are typically associated with the job. It is not all-inclusive and may vary from position to position:
Required technical skills include the working knowledge and ability of:
- Java programming language and related technologies like J2EE, Spring Boot, JDBC, Web Services (REST, SOAP), XML, JSON, and Maven.
- Git version control system.
- JIRA or other project/issue tracking software.
- Relational databases and queries, preferably MSSQL
- Requirement gathering.
- Debugging software code identity issues.
- Database design including Stored Procedures, DML, and DDL.
- CI/CD pipelines and tools such as GitLab.
- Developing automated unit, integration, and functional tests.
Required mathematical skills include working knowledge of:
- Calculating figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages.
- Concepts of basic algebra.
Must possess excellent communication skills:
- Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, legal documents, professional journals, technical procedures, and regulations.
- Write reports, business correspondence, software requirements, and procedure manuals.
Must have the ability to:
- Follow written and verbal instructions.
- Prioritize work.
- Perform within deadlines.
- Work well in a team environment as well as independently.
- Multi-task by handling a variety of duties in a timely and efficient manner.
- Follow through with assignments.
- Deal effectively with stress caused by workload and time deadlines.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with professionals, vendors, department heads, co‑workers and the public.
- Have a high degree of self-motivation.
The incumbent must always demonstrate judgment, high integrity, and personal values consistent with the values of URS.
Work Environment
Incumbent performs in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Tasks require a variety of physical activities which do not generally involve muscular strain, but do require activities related to walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing and seeing. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity required to perform essential functions.
