Glow Networks
Java Developer
Glow Networks, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, 07390
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer with in-depth knowledge of core Java, the Spring Framework, web services (SOAP/RESTful/GraphQL), and cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Linux environments, SQL databases, and experience with tools like Cloud Foundry, AWS, and various monitoring, logging, and deployment systems. This role requires a developer who is not only proficient in software development but also has a solid understanding of infrastructure and DevOps principles.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and implement robust Java-based web services (SOAP/REST/GraphQL) to support complex business requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of distributed systems. Utilize Cloud Foundry (PaaS), AWS, and various web service tools (SOAP UI, Postman, GraphiQL) for development, testing, and deployment. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like GoCICD, Jenkins, Gradle, and Maven. Write scripts (Unix Shell, CLI, Perl) for automation and orchestration tasks. Ensure application performance with tools such as App Dynamics, Grafana, Nagios, and Splunk, while troubleshooting and resolving issues in production environments. Utilize GitHub/SVN for version control, with expertise in managing source code repositories and branching strategies. Analyze business requirements and create comprehensive technical design documents that align with company architecture standards. Identify and resolve technical issues through debugging and research, contributing to the overall stability and performance of the system. Participate in full software lifecycle activities, including design, coding, testing, documentation, deployment, and maintenance. Perform unit and system testing of application code, ensuring high-quality releases. Understand and work with networking concepts, data centers, storage systems, and traffic routing. Handle production incidents and outages efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to services. Contribute to the optimization of applications by estimating CPU/memory requirements and troubleshooting performance bottlenecks. Ensure the system is secure by adhering to best practices in authentication (OAuth 2.0), encryption (TLS/HTTPS), and certificate management. Required Skills & Experience:
Core Java Expertise:
Strong in-depth knowledge of Java, including object-oriented design, multi-threading, and memory management. LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol):
Exposure to LDAP for authentication and directory services. Spring Framework:
Experience in designing and implementing scalable, maintainable, and efficient systems with Spring. Web Services:
Proficiency with SOAP, RESTful APIs, and GraphQL for service integration and communication. Cloud Technologies:
Hands-on experience with Cloud Foundry (PaaS) and AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.). CI/CD & DevOps Tools:
Knowledge of GoCICD, Jenkins, Gradle, Maven, and version control tools (GitHub/SVN). Monitoring & Logging Tools:
Experience with App Dynamics, Grafana, Nagios, Splunk, Kibana, Logstash, and ElasticSearch. Database & Scripting:
Strong experience with SQL databases and scripting languages such as Unix Shell, Perl, and CLI. Authentication & Security:
Familiarity with OAuth 2.0, TLS, HTTPS, and certificate management. Infrastructure Knowledge:
Understanding of network zones, data centers, storage systems, traffic routing (GSLB, HAProxy), and API Gateway configurations. Production Support & Troubleshooting:
Proven track record in handling production incidents, debugging complex issues, and working with large-scale distributed systems. Experience:
At least 5+ years of professional software development experience in Java, with a focus on large-scale systems and production support. Secondary Skills (Nice to Have):
Performance Optimization:
Experience in troubleshooting and optimizing system performance related to memory usage and CPU requirements. Cloud & Infrastructure Design:
Ability to understand infrastructure architecture, including failover strategies and load balancing. Education & Certifications:
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Java certifications) are a plus. Personal Attributes:
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong team player, with the ability to mentor junior developers and work collaboratively across teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and implement robust Java-based web services (SOAP/REST/GraphQL) to support complex business requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of distributed systems. Utilize Cloud Foundry (PaaS), AWS, and various web service tools (SOAP UI, Postman, GraphiQL) for development, testing, and deployment. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like GoCICD, Jenkins, Gradle, and Maven. Write scripts (Unix Shell, CLI, Perl) for automation and orchestration tasks. Ensure application performance with tools such as App Dynamics, Grafana, Nagios, and Splunk, while troubleshooting and resolving issues in production environments. Utilize GitHub/SVN for version control, with expertise in managing source code repositories and branching strategies. Analyze business requirements and create comprehensive technical design documents that align with company architecture standards. Identify and resolve technical issues through debugging and research, contributing to the overall stability and performance of the system. Participate in full software lifecycle activities, including design, coding, testing, documentation, deployment, and maintenance. Perform unit and system testing of application code, ensuring high-quality releases. Understand and work with networking concepts, data centers, storage systems, and traffic routing. Handle production incidents and outages efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to services. Contribute to the optimization of applications by estimating CPU/memory requirements and troubleshooting performance bottlenecks. Ensure the system is secure by adhering to best practices in authentication (OAuth 2.0), encryption (TLS/HTTPS), and certificate management. Required Skills & Experience:
Core Java Expertise:
Strong in-depth knowledge of Java, including object-oriented design, multi-threading, and memory management. LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol):
Exposure to LDAP for authentication and directory services. Spring Framework:
Experience in designing and implementing scalable, maintainable, and efficient systems with Spring. Web Services:
Proficiency with SOAP, RESTful APIs, and GraphQL for service integration and communication. Cloud Technologies:
Hands-on experience with Cloud Foundry (PaaS) and AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.). CI/CD & DevOps Tools:
Knowledge of GoCICD, Jenkins, Gradle, Maven, and version control tools (GitHub/SVN). Monitoring & Logging Tools:
Experience with App Dynamics, Grafana, Nagios, Splunk, Kibana, Logstash, and ElasticSearch. Database & Scripting:
Strong experience with SQL databases and scripting languages such as Unix Shell, Perl, and CLI. Authentication & Security:
Familiarity with OAuth 2.0, TLS, HTTPS, and certificate management. Infrastructure Knowledge:
Understanding of network zones, data centers, storage systems, traffic routing (GSLB, HAProxy), and API Gateway configurations. Production Support & Troubleshooting:
Proven track record in handling production incidents, debugging complex issues, and working with large-scale distributed systems. Experience:
At least 5+ years of professional software development experience in Java, with a focus on large-scale systems and production support. Secondary Skills (Nice to Have):
Performance Optimization:
Experience in troubleshooting and optimizing system performance related to memory usage and CPU requirements. Cloud & Infrastructure Design:
Ability to understand infrastructure architecture, including failover strategies and load balancing. Education & Certifications:
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Java certifications) are a plus. Personal Attributes:
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong team player, with the ability to mentor junior developers and work collaboratively across teams.