Sr. J2EE Application Developer

This is a non-merit system, employment-at-will, long-term contract position. This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule. Employee must report to the office at least 3 days per week. The Sr. J2EE Application Developer is responsible for designing/configuring the functionality for Java Enterprise Edition (Java EE or J2EE) applications, including web and mobile applications that are used by WSSC Water to support the organization’s day to day operations. Specific duties include developing and maintaining applications, working closely with the database and networking teams, systems analysis, developing and modifying highly complex programming procedures, testing, debugging, verification, documentation, systems installation, and the solution of mathematical, engineering, scientific, or business problems for a water utility. Essential Functions Develops and maintains J2EE applications Migrates Legacy applications to J2EE platform Develops web client interfaces Provides operational support for existing J2EE and non J2EE applications Analyzes, designs, codes, tests, debugs, documents, and maintains applications and application enhancements Develops and adheres to standard SDLC methodologies to produce project results that are measurable and delivered on time and within budget Develops and adheres to team project standards for development including tools, platforms, methodology, and controls to ensure efficiency, quality, and consistency Prepares detailed software specifications and test plans Performs quality assurance reviews Provides program and system level time/cost estimates Evaluates and modifies various COTS products, i.e., Moodle and Remedy to obtain optimal configuration for WSSC Water environment Provides technical documentation updated to the latest enhancement or release Assists in reviewing current technical architecture, including design patterns and development methodologies Other Functions Assists with defining and meeting business requirements Serves as project leader for small initiatives Works with various business sections and IT sections for their configuration/development needs Guides less experienced programmers Works with legacy systems and other system migrations Effectively reports on application development Performs other duties as required Work Environment And Physical Demands Business casual office environment Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Excellent web design skills Strong communication skills with ability to document and troubleshoot problems and communicate with business and technical personnel at all levels Strong analytical and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks Ability to handle various COTS products configuration and administration Knowledge of Java Persistence API or ORM (Hibernate) Knowledge of an application server such as WebSphere, WebLogic, JBOSS, or Tomcat Knowledge of Spring Framework Knowledge of an integrated development environment (IDE) such as Rational Application Developer, Eclipse, or IntelliJ, or others Knowledge of Java Server Faces (JSF) Knowledge of HTML5 Knowledge of Bootstrap or CSS Knowledge of Node.js, Angular, or React Minimum Education, Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years’ experience in application and web systems development using the following: Java EE or J2EE SQL database server (such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PL/SQL) Web Client development 2+ years of development experience with SOAP or REST frameworks OR High School diploma (or equivalent) and 10+ years’ experience in application and web systems development using the following: Java EE or J2EE A SQL database server (such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PL/SQL) Web Client development 2+ years of development experience with SOAP or REST frameworks