Description
Software Developer ()
Austin, TX
9 month Contract
Start Date:
Responsibilities
Collaborate with team leads, internal users and other developers to clarify and finalize requirements and produce corresponding functional specifications for general applications and infrastructure. This includes creation of Middleware and internal api's.
Work with other software developers to design and implement applications, using Java code, and enhancements as needed.
Maintain and enhance applications on an ongoing basis per user/customer feedback.
Ensure that unit and system tests are automated, per quality assurance requirements.
Collaborate as necessary to define and implement regression test suites.
Optimize performance and scalability as necessary to meet business and financial goals of application and environment.
Provide prompt business hours and after hours resolutions to product issues in production
Qualifications
Five to ten years of Java or C# development experience for proprietary technologies in a fast-paced environment
Preferred experience with Tomcat, JMX, rule engine, and SOA
Experience integrating with databases (preferably PostgreSQL/Oracle) and middle-tier Application Server architecture
Excellent Object Oriented software systems design skills and architectural skills
Flexibility and willingness to pitch in where needed. This may mean on occasion helping with other functions (eg QA, Operations)
Working knowledge of current software security technologies (encryption, authentication, etc.), and their incorporation into software systems
Prefer experience in email/message processing and high-transaction processing environment.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills and an interest in working in a collaborative team environment.
Demonstrated ability to deliver results, prioritize activities, and to manage time effectively.
Education/Experience
BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related disciplines or equivalent work experience required
A minimum of 5-7 years of work experience is required