Senior Java and Database Developer

Immediate OpeningTitle: Senior Java and Database DeveloperLocation: Atlanta, GA, United States (HYBRID work option: However, the selected candidate must be available to report onsite as directed by the client.)Interviews: Web Cam Interview OnlyJob Type: ContractJob Duration: Approx. 07+ months (Possible longer extensions)Client: Public Sector Direct ClientTax Term: W2 or Corp to Corp

Job Description:

The suitable candidate will be a Java Developer with strong database knowledge. This role will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality software applications, ensuring seamless integration with various database systems.

Java Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain Java-based applications

using core Java and advanced Java (Java 17).Design and implement microservices

using Spring Boot and other relevant frameworks.Build and consume

RESTful APIs

and web services.Integrate with databases

, ensuring performance optimization (e.g., SQL databases like PostgreSQL, Oracle).Write unit and integration tests using

JUnit, TestNG, Mockito , or other testing frameworks.Develop

SQL

queries and analyze data to support application development and production issues.Implement

object-oriented design principles

and patterns for scalable and maintainable codebases.Ensure adherence to

clean code principles

and write reusable, modular code.Troubleshoot and debug

Java applications, ensuring optimal performance and security.Participate in

code reviews

and provide constructive feedback to peers.Follow

Agile methodologies

(Scrum) and participate in sprints, daily stand-ups.Use

version control systems

like GitHub for source code management.Implement and manage

CI/CD pipelines

using GitHub Actions.Collaborate with DevOps teams for

cloud deployment and infrastructure

management (AWS).Design, configure, and implement

Spring Batch

jobs for processing large datasets and scheduling tasks.Implement dynamic web pages and views using

JSP (Java Server Pages) .Design and implement authentication and authorization mechanisms using

Key Cloak

for identity and access management, ensuring secure communication through

OAuth 2.0

and

JWT tokens .Leverage

SAML/SSO integration

for single sign-on and authentication.Proficiency in

Postgres, PL/SQL, and Oracle

database technologies.Formulating data dictionaries that are congruent with task specifications.Creating technical documents that outline the purpose, capacity, and guidelines attached to each database.Providing practical guidance on the use and migration of each database.Servicing and updating databases, as required.

Database Responsibilities:

Development:

Design and implement PL/SQL functions, procedures, and packages to meet business requirements.Triggers:

Create and manage database triggers for automation of tasks and enforcement of business rules.Performance Tuning:

Optimize SQL queries and PL/SQL code for performance and scalability.Database Design:

Collaborate with the data modeling team to create efficient database designs.Testing:

Conduct unit and integration testing of PL/SQL code to ensure reliability and accuracy.Documentation:

Maintain documentation for developed code, processes, and database schemas.Collaboration:

Work closely with application developers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical support.Troubleshooting:

Diagnose and resolve database issues, including performance bottlenecks and data integrity problems.

Experience and Technical Skills Required:

Seven (7) years of experience in Java and modern technologies.Previous experience using:Java (

Java 17+)

features such as records, sealed classes, switch expressions, pattern matching, and enhanced performance improvementsNode 16+ServiceNow, Splunk, DynatraceSpring Framework

(Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security, Spring Batch)Microservices Architecture

(Designing, developing, and deploying microservices)Java Server Pages

(creating dynamic web pages and integrating with back-end logic)Database Management

(PostgreSQL, Oracle and experience with ORM tools like Hibernate)RESTful Web Services

(API development, consumption, and integration)Thorough understanding of

REST, SOAP, Web services

and API Communication protocols S/FTP/S, HTTP/S, File I/O etc.Testing

: JUnit, TestNG, MockitoVersion Control

: GitHubBuild Tools

: Maven, NPMCI/CD

: GitHub ActionsFrontend Integration

: Understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Angular 17+Security & Identity Management

: Experience with

OAuth 2.0 ,

JWT tokens , and

SAML/SSO integration

for authentication and authorizationKeyCloak Integration

: Integrate

KeyCloak

with Java-based applications and services for API authenticationScripting Languages:

Proficiency in one or more scripting languages, such as Bash, or PowerShell, PythonExperience with cloud-based databases (e.g.,

AWS RDS ).Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases (e.g.,

MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle ).Knowledge of

NoSQL

databases (e.g.,

MongoDB, Cassandra ) is a plus.Familiarity with agile methodologies.