Core Java Developer

Overview In this role you will develop and maintain enterprise Java applications within a WebSphere environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust REST and SOAP services. You will lead a small development group in an Agile setting, shaping architecture and guiding best practices. The position focuses on high-volume, scalable systems and requires strong problem-solving and communication. This is an opportunity to contribute to mission-critical IT initiatives and drive quality and performance improvements. ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain Java applications in a WebSphere environmentLead a team of 5+ developers in an Agile Scrum setupDesign and implement REST and SOAP web servicesApply design patterns and OO/SOA principles to build scalable solutionsEnsure thread-safe code and manage concurrencyTriage issues and optimize performance of high-volume applicationsWork with MQ, relational databases, and ORM toolsCollaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively Key requirements8+ years hands-on Java development experience3+ years leading a team of 5+ developers3+ years in an Agile Scrum environmentStrong Core Java and J2EE (XML, JMS, JAX-WS, CXF)Spring Framework expertiseExperience building REST and SOAP servicesExperience with MQ and scripting in LinuxSQL/PL-SQL (DB2, MySQL) and ORM tools (iBatis, Hibernate)JUnit/Mockito, Cucumber; IDEs (RAD/Eclipse)Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skillsstrong communicationleadershipproblem-solvingCore JavaJ2EEXML