Intermediate Java Developer

The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing robust, scalable and optimally performing systems using Java related technologies, according to provided specifications, standards and procedures, while ensuring compliance with the architectural standards and guidelines laid out by the company.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Design:

Translate business requirements into technical designs adhering to company processes, standards and guidelines, taking cognisance of performance, security and scalability requirements. Deliver within agreed timeframes.
Liaise with relevant parties where clarification of business requirements or resolution to technical issues is needed
Research and find effective solutions to technical issues that arise
Estimate development timelines based on business requirements

Development:

Construct robust, maintainable, scalable, optimally performing system code in line with technical specifications, following prescribed process, standards and procedures. Deliver within agreed timeframes
Conduct unit testing and fix any defects found

Testing:

Verify build stability and quality with development team before releasing to test team, aiming to release with zero defects
Assist the Business analyst in ensuring the test pack includes relevant scenarios and test data.
Consult and assist in reviewing risk / impact of defects found in testing, and assist with fixing where necessary

Support / Troubleshooting:

Assist system users with technical support issues and handle according to defined procedures
Ability to effectively analyse root cause of system errors (data errors, performance and stability issues)

Personal development:

Keep abreast of current technological trends and how these might be applied in the company environment
Constant improvement of knowledge of the various applications, their functionalities and data models

General:

Ability to communicate clearly, constructively and effectively. Easily able to follow and participate in technical, business process, and other discussions
Able to build business relationships with other members of team and the business areas we support.

Personal Attributes and Skills

Technical Competencies

JAVA SE
Excellent understanding of Object Orientated principals and Java language fundamentals
Knowledge of commonly used design patterns
Broad understanding of how to put together an EE-based business solution from scratch****
EJB
HTML
JSF
JQuery
JAXB
SOAP Web services
Message Driven Beans
UML
XML/XSD
SQL