Senior Java Software Engineer

Position: Sr Software Engineer

Client: Banking

Location: Jersey City, NJ 07302

Duration: 12 Months Contract to Hire (Will convert into fulltime/ Can convert before 12 months)

Onsite Schedule: Hybrid (3 days onsite/ 2 days remote per week) Will be on site 5 days per week for the first few weeks

Job Description

The Software Engineer will participate in the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the Bank's critical application software.

Essential job function

• Participate in end-to-end development of business solutions including requirements gathering, analysis, design, coding, testing, and implementation. Provide full support for assigned systems including problem resolution, user support, and maintenance activities (business and non-business hours)
• Collaborate within the team and across teams to enhance system integrations and delivery, improve overall system performance, and recommend and implement automated solutions to solve business challenges.
• Contribute as a member of the overall Business Technology Department to the goals of moving towards better fulfillment of business needs, cost savings, easier system integration, faster application delivery, improved system performance, lower maintenance effort, and greater resilience and adaptability to change.

Skills and Experience

• Must have 5+ years of Full-stack development experience in the following frameworks: Angular or React, JavaScript, Java, Spring, SpringBoot, SQL
• Intermediate-level experience with data modeling and querying, both in the context of application development and reporting
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and developing reusable components
• Basic knowledge of Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Basic knowledge of DevOps methodologies and build tools such as BitBucket, Maven, and Artifactory
• Familiarity with code monitoring tools such as Checkmarx, SonarQube, BurpSuite and ability to implement secure code.
• General knowledge of SDLC methodologies, project management techniques, and vendor solution evaluation
• Ability to identify current- and future-states, and independently provide solutions to effectively transition.
• Knowledge of low-code development platforms, such as Unqork, Appian, Mendix, or Pega is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and can-do attitude.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering preferred.