Java Developer
Java Developer An established organization in the financial services sector is seeking a Senior Programmer Analyst to provide technical and consultative support for critical credit card servicing products. The successful candidate will lead code development and collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, test, deploy, and support robust Java-based solutions within a complex payments ecosystem. This position requires a strong technical background to assist with system design, software delivery, and transitioning legacy systems to modern cloud-native environments.
Location:
Columbus, Ohio (On-site - hybrid schedule) Alternate Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota*This role cannot provide W2 visa sponsorship now or in the future*Key Responsibilities Design, code, test, deploy, and support Java-based solutions within the core payments ecosystem. Develop modern RESTful APIs utilizing Java and the Spring Boot framework. Collaborate with engineers and architects to create a unified API layer across diverse data sources utilizing agile methodologies and two-week sprints. Assist with system design, server layouts, availability planning, disaster recovery, and production deployments. Guide database schema design, storage mapping, and data storage efficiency using both relational and non-relational database systems. Facilitate the transition of infrastructure from physical and virtual machines to cloud-native run environments and containerized services. Integrate DevSecOps toolchains, automated builds, continuous integration, and automated testing into the delivery pipeline. Analyze user specifications to design and develop scalable systems that meet demanding business requirements. Evaluate and implement Kafka solutions, focusing on proper use cases, environment configuration, and data transformations. Provide technical assistance to solve complex software and hardware challenges while maintaining knowledge of industry trends.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, MIS, or a related field. An additional four years of relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of the degree.
Experience:
A minimum of five years of software development experience, including creating and maintaining application interfaces between various data sources. Proven experience in coding and scripting is required.
Technical Skills:
Strong proficiency in Java development utilizing the Spring Framework, Eclipse, Maven, and Gradle. Demonstrable experience developing application interfaces with Java or similar object-oriented languages, alongside at least one year of experience with DevOps methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills with a focus on collaborative problem-solving.
Deep understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile delivery.
Experience working with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and Azure DevOps Services.
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform, Amazon Web Services, or Microsoft Azure.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and adapt to evolving technical priorities.