Position: Java with WebSphere Developer
Location: Austin, TX - Face-to-face interview required.
Duration: 16 Months
The worker is expected to develop a solution to meet the above goals and objectives using Java technologies, Oracle back end and WebSphere application platform. The worker will also be responsible for developing technical specifications, design documents, coding, and testing.
The Worker will need to perform the following tasks and assignments
- Perform custom application development, testing and deployment for a web based custom application integrated with other agency systems
- Deploy and configure with WebSphere application servers hosted on data center platforms and version control system environments
- Create and maintain technical documentation of custom software projects
- Demonstrate strong understanding of user interface design, browser compatibility, accessibility/usability standards, industry best practices and conventions
- Possess design experience and functional knowledge of the utilization of various web services standards (e.g. REST, SOAP, etc.); design patterns (e.g. MVC), design methodologies (e.g. Agile\Scrum, etc.) and modern software development paradigms like object oriented programming (OOP)
- Translate documented business requirements into technical specifications and have the ability to breakdown into tasks with estimates
- Possess experience working in Agile SCRUM/Sprint environment with detailed level tasks
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Technical Skills
- 7 years of Hands-on programming experience in the following languages and environments: Java, J2EE, EJB (Enterprise Java Beans), JSP (Java Server Pages), JSF/Struts (Java Server Faces, Apache Struts Framework) and MVC frameworks, XML, Portals, JavaScript, AJAX, DOJO, Web Services, Spring, Hibernate and Oracle.
- 7 years of Experience in working the full Software Development Life Cycle in an Object Oriented framework with agile development practices.
- 7 years of In-depth understanding and knowledge of WebSphere/J2EE architecture, WebSphere Portal Architecture, OOD (Object-Oriented Design / Development), and J2EE integration points with other agency systems.
- 7 years of Experience in working with SCRUM and Sprint environment in a fast paced development environment.
- 7 years of Experience in using various web services standards (e.g. REST, SOAP, etc.); design patterns
- 7 years of Experience implementing highly complex security requirements
- 7 years of Experience in designing, developing and implementing test plans, test cases, test scenarios and test reports, processes for web applications from Software Requirements Specification Documentation and other specification documents.
- 7 years of Experience with database query tools such as Oracle PL/SQL
- 7 years of Experience in functional, integration, performance, security, regression testing
- 5 years of Experience utilizing a source version control system (e.g. CVS, Subversion, GIT, etc.)
- 5 years of Experience and knowledgeable in use test automation tools, particularly HP UFT, HP ALM.
- 5 years of Experience working on enterprise level conversion/upgrade Java projects
- Strong Highly self-motivated and directed with the ability to effectively multitask, prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment while providing timely project/task updates
- Strong Demonstrate a professional, courteous approach to any end-user interactions and be able to communicate issues and resolutions in a clear, non-technical manner
- Strong Adept at reading, writing, and interpreting technical documentation and procedure
- Strong Must be able to complete tasks in a complex Agile environment
Preferences
- 7 years of Proficient with the Microsoft Office products, including Microsoft Project, Word, Visio, Excel and PowerPoint
- 3 years of Knowledge of the common design practices / standards / technologies associated with application accessibility (e.g. WCAG, , ADA, Section 508).