Full-Stack Java | Job Description

Position Summary

The Senior Software Development Engineer is responsible for the architecture, design, development, deployment, and support of enterprise software applications and supporting infrastructure. This role serves as a technical leader within the development team, delivering scalable web-based solutions, integrating business systems, optimizing application performance, and ensuring reliable production operations across multiple platforms.

The engineer collaborates closely with business stakeholders, project teams, IT infrastructure groups, and product owners to design and implement solutions that improve operational efficiency, automate business processes, and support customer and internal user needs. The role requires extensive hands-on experience across the full technology stack, including backend Java development, frontend development, server administration, database integration, and enterprise application support.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development and Architecture

• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain enterprise web applications and internal business tools.

• Build scalable Java-based applications using modern software engineering principles and MVC design patterns.

• Develop and maintain full-stack solutions using Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and related web technologies.

• Implement secure, maintainable, and high-performing application architectures.

• Participate in technical design sessions, solution architecture discussions, and code reviews.

API and Systems Integration

• Design and implement RESTful APIs and SOAP-based web services.

• Integrate applications with internal and external platforms, databases, and third-party systems.

• Develop data exchange processes and automation workflows.

• Support migration and modernization initiatives involving legacy applications and platforms.

Database Development and Optimization

• Design and implement database integrations and data access layers.

• Develop complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and optimization strategies.

• Analyze performance bottlenecks and implement database tuning improvements.

• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and scalability across applications.

• Support troubleshooting of production database issues.

Application Infrastructure and Platform Support

• Administer and support enterprise environments running Apache HTTP Server, Apache Tomcat, JBoss/WildFly, Linux, and Microsoft Windows Server.

• Manage deployments, upgrades, and production support activities.

• Monitor application performance and system health.

• Troubleshoot infrastructure, networking, and application-related issues.

• Work with IT teams to optimize hosting environments and reduce operational costs.

Production Support and Operations

• Provide Tier 3 application support for critical business systems.

• Analyze and resolve software defects, operational incidents, and performance issues.

• Support release management and deployment processes.

• Ensure high application availability and reliability.

• Maintain technical documentation and operational procedures.

Collaboration and Technical Leadership

• Partner directly with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

• Participate in solution reviews, planning sessions, and technical mentoring.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products.

• Provide technical guidance during project execution and issue resolution.

• Promote continuous improvement of development processes and tooling.

Required Technical Skills

Technical Area

Core Skills

Backend Development

Java; enterprise Java; MVC architecture; object-oriented design and programming; multi-tier application development

Front-End Development

HTML5; CSS3; JavaScript; jQuery; AJAX; responsive web design

API and Integration

REST APIs; SOAP web services; JSON; XML; authentication and security protocols

Application Servers

Apache Tomcat; JBoss/WildFly; Apache HTTP Server; web application deployment and configuration

Database Technologies

SQL Server; Oracle; JDBC; database performance tuning; stored procedures; complex query development

Operating Systems

Linux administration; Windows Server administration; shell scripting and automation

DevOps and Support

Git; CI/CD concepts; application monitoring; troubleshooting; performance diagnostics; production deployment and support

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of enterprise software development experience.

• Strong background in full-stack application development.

• Experience supporting large-scale internal business applications.

• Knowledge of survey platforms, workflow automation, and operational tools.

• Experience working within Agile development environments.

• Ability to balance development responsibilities with production support and infrastructure management.

Typical Deliverables

✓  Enterprise web applications

✓  Internal operational tools

✓  REST and SOAP integrations

✓  Database optimization initiatives

✓  Infrastructure modernization efforts

✓  Production support and incident resolution

✓  Technical architecture documentation

✓  System performance improvements

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