Java Developer (RESTful API, AWS, Java) Job at Creve Coeur, MO US Full Time

Provides Java application software development services or technical support typically in a defined project. Develops program logic for new Java applications or analyzes and modifies logic in existing applications. Codes, tests, debugs, documents, implements and maintains software applications. Analyzes requirements, and maintains, tests and integrates application components. Ensures that system improvements are successfully implemented. Usually requires 8 to 10 years of previous experience.

• Why is this position open? Growth on the team, turn over, skills gap?

Growth on the team

• Location of this role (CC, North Campus, Chesterfield, etc)? –

Citi place, Climate Office

• What is a day like in this role? What 3-5 responsibilities will occupy their time?

1) Participating in the Design and Architecture discussions

2) Writing code mostly in Java to make the system functional as per the design.

3) Participating Code reviews

• Tell me about the team dynamic/culture.

At this point the team is composed of 5 Senior Engineers. They are very friendly in nature and collectively work towards collective decisions and take responsibility for the outcomes

• What are the must haves to be successful in this role?
• Solid knowledge of building large scale systems using Java
• Experience with designing and development of Rest APIs
• Experience working with AWS or other public cloud platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, engineering diagrams, and listening skills with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner.
• What is the long term plan for the role?
• The team where this role is created is working on a system called [Model Platform]. We are predicting this system will cover numerous use cases and the team will grow and the team members will have several opportunities to grow. There is a high potential that this role will get converted into FTE.
• What will make this opportunity stand out for potential candidates?
• This is great opportunity for the individuals who wants have any experience work on design/implementing a platform for data science community addressing various use cases
• Opportunity to work on latest technologies including various types of model development and deployment technologies.
• Is this more maintenance or new development work?
• 30% Maintenance and 70% New development
• What kind of soft skills are you looking for?
• Problem Solving
• Listening
• Influencing
• Adaptability
• Communication
• Are you open to candidates relocating (on their own) or do you prefer local candidates?
• Open for both options
• What is the minimum number of years of experience required for this position?
• 8+ years of experience
• What is the minimum level of education needed for this position?
• BS in software related field (or equivalent) combination of education and experience
• Any certifications required for this role?
• No
• Will this position convert to a FTE Role? Provided we find right candidate, Yes
• What is the interview process, will you schedule a phone screen, video conference or in person interviews?
• First Phone Interview and then Video Conference