Java Backend Developer

Java Developer  Particle41 is seeking a talented and versatile full-time Java Developer on contract to join our innovative team. As a Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining end-to-end software solutions that meet our clients' needs. You will work on both front-end and back-end technologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. This is an exciting opportunity to have an impact on projects and grow your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.

In This Role, You Will: Software Development

• Develop and maintain applications using Java.
• Create RESTful APIs to enable communication between backend and front-end applications.
• Write clear and concise documentation for APIs, including usage guides and code examples, to facilitate integration by internal and external developers. Basic understanding of Open API specifications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following industry best practices and coding standards.
• Strong understanding of the Spring Boot ecosystem and architecture and integrations with popular third-party libraries.

Requirements Gathering and Analysis

• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Participate in requirement analysis sessions to understand business needs and user requirements.
• Provide technical insights and recommendations during the requirements-gathering process.

Agile Development

• Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews.
• Work closely with Agile teams to deliver software solutions on time and within scope.
• Adapt to changing priorities and requirements in a fast-paced Agile environment.

Testing and Debugging

• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of applications.
• Write unit tests and validate the functionality of developed features and individual elements.
• Writing integration tests to ensure different elements within a given application function as intended and meet desired requirements.
• Identify and resolve software defects, code smells, and performance bottlenecks.

Continuous Learning and Innovation

• Stay updated with the latest technologies and trends in full-stack development.
• Propose innovative solutions to improve the performance, security, scalability, and maintainability of applications.
• Continuously seek opportunities to optimize and refactor existing codebase for better efficiency.
• Stay up-to-date with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

Collaboration and Mentorship

• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance and support as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including designers, testers, and product managers.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where ideas are shared and valued.

Skills and Experience We Value:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 4 + years experience in Java development. 
• Proficiency in technologies such as Java, modern frameworks/libraries, and OOps is a must. 
• Strong understanding of server-side languages.
• Experience with database technologies such as SQL (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) databases is a must.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git and collaborative development workflows.
• Experience with Unit testing and test driven development (TDD).
• Solid understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Take end-to-end technical ownership of deliverables on development tasks assigned.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to collaborate in a team environment.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and tools as needed.

About Particle41

Our core values of Empowering, Leadership, Innovation, Teamwork and Excellence drive everything we do to achieve the ultimate outcomes for our clients. We prioritize dependability as our highest guiding principle in delivering exceptional results. 

• E - Empowering: Enabling individuals to take charge and reach their full potential
• L - Leadership: Taking initiative and guiding each other towards success
• I - Innovation: Embracing creativity and new ideas to stay ahead
• T - Teamwork: Collaborating with empathy to achieve common goals
• E - Excellence: Striving for the highest quality in everything we do

We seek team members who embody these values and are committed to contributing to our mission.

Particle41 welcomes individuals from all backgrounds who are committed to our mission and values. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, ensuring that hiring and employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, caste, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, local, or international laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment and hiring.

We appreciate your interest and encourage applicants from these regions to apply. If you need any assistance during the application or interview process, please feel free to reach out to us at careers@Particle41.com.