Junior-Intermediate Back-end Developer

About us We are professional, agile and customer-centric. Our work environment includes: Modern office setting Work-from-home days Growth opportunities We are seeking a Back-end Developer who works independently or under only general direction on complex problems which require competence in all phases of programming concepts and practices. This person will touch on building API’S , creating new features and new development. Working from diagrams and charts which identify the nature of desired results, processing steps to be accomplished and the relationships between various steps of the problem-solving routine; plans the full range of programming actions needed to efficiently utilize the computer system in achieving desired end products. Develop, test, and implement distributed applications as part of a systems development team utilizing AGILE methodology. Provide feedback on and adhere to delivery dates. Provide end-user support as a technical expert. Ability to develop and test back-end applications that enhance customer's operations through the dissemination of pertinent and relevant information in a timely and efficient manner. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term opportunity, growth, and flexible work environment with great benefits. If you are self-motivated, work well with a team as well as individually, can bring innovative solutions to the table, and like to mentor other developers; this is a great opportunity for you! This position will perform and have the following duties, roles, and / or responsibilities: Must be proficient in one or more of the following (Cassandra, Kafka, Akka, Java, Python ). Develop, revise, and maintain complex programs to support: Cassandra:Ability to develop and maintain complex programming constructs. Knowledge of high data loading and ETL concepts. Experience utilizing Kafka and/or Akka for near real-time data ETL Java / Python:Experience with remote data (via REST and JSON), Open source REST simulation tools, Chrome Post Man and knowledge of the HTTP protocol Jr to Intermediate level skills in Java & J2EE especially web service and Python. Experience in code modularization, Micro Services, and deployment strategies. Experience exporting, transforming and importing metadata. Develop and revise program code based on clearly or loosely defined requirements. Develop and revise program code supporting a micro-services architecture Prepares documentation and draft test plans for system tests, integration test, and stress tests. Displays effective communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Display capabilities to troubleshoot, maintain and resolve production level applications. Assist functional groups in testing and implementation of new features and enhancements. Required Skills: US Citizen or Green Card Holder and must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Business Management or equivalent. Participate in an on-call rotation for after hours and weekend support. 2-6 Years development experience in: Cassandra, SQL, Oracle PL/SQL, Kafka, Akka, Java Server-Side, Python Should be able to integrate Java server-side applications with API’s and Front-end UI. Should be able to create and maintain ETL Processes across different environments and/or programming languages Experience developing on Linux platform Experience developing Unix shell scripts Experience in Python, Java, or Javascript 2-6 years of progressively more complex programming experience in large scale information system environments Knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle Desired Skills: Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodology Experience with code versioning tools, such as GIT Experience developing on multiple platforms including Windows and Linux Experience with Azure or AWS cloud services Strong unit testing and debugging skills Experience working with GIS technologies such as ESRI ArcGIS Knowledge of Transportation Industry Ability to work in an agile, collaborative environment where a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Job Types: Contract, Full-time Pay: Up to $75,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Compensation Package: 1099 contract Overtime pay Yearly pay Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday On call Ability to commute/relocate: Memphis, TN 38166: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Application Question(s): Must be US Citizens or Green Card holders weren’t out of the US over 180 days in the past 5 years (We are advised to follow ‘5-year rule’ strictly meaning US Citizen or Green Card holder candidates must be in the US for 5 years and shouldn’t be out of the US over 180 days/6 months in the past 5 years due to their strict clearance processing criteria. Currently we don't sponsors nor transfers H1Bs/EADs and won’t accept - F1/international student visa based OPT/CPT EAD). Must be clearable for the Public Trust clearance (comfortable going through fingerprinting, drug screening, educational, residential history check, credit and criminal history check, complete SF85/86 government’s background check forms etc.)? Must be comfortable to wait 2-4 weeks and sometimes longer for clearance (start date will be ‘contingent upon clearance approval’)? Experience: APIs: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Memphis, TN 38166