Associate Application Developer-Back End

The Associate Application Developer, Back End role is responsible for assisting in designing, building, and maintaining the Java server artifacts of digital platforms, including Spring boot microservices, event-driven services, API and GitOps. The role requires a disciplined individual with interest in solving technical problems using foundational coding and programming skills to ensure that back-end systems run smoothly and can integrate effectively with other components of a digital platform.

• Code application programs, prepare test data and conduct tests to verify program reliability and data integrity.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with other team members for product development.
• Learn to troubleshoot and debug complex application and database systems issues by working closely with experienced engineers and observing their problem-solving techniques
• Strive to stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to back-end application development, learning from experienced team members and using available resources
• Support in planning, designing, and executing unit tests or other quality assurance measures to ensure quality under the guidance of experienced team members
• Establish a foundational understanding of system integrations, application functionality, and scalability to support collaboration with front-end developers

Education

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT or related field, or in lieu of a degree, at least 2 years of experience in application development or application engineering

Knowledge and Experience

Required

• 0-2 years in back-end application development or engineering
• Basic understanding of programming skills in Java
• Experience working with Spring Boot
• Familiarity with HTTP APIs
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Good Written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally with technical stakeholders

Technical Skills

• Development experience using Java & Spring Boot; experience with Python will be a plus
• Version Control Tools - Git
• Cloud Technologies & Platforms - Azure
• Web Services & APIs
• Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
• Containerization - Docker, Kubernetes
• Secure Coding Standards
• Database Management Systems - SQL & No-SQL
• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Methodology
• DevOps Methodology
• Software Testing & Quality Assurance Methodologies & Tools

This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, including conversion to H-1B visa.

This position is eligible to work in the office three days a week and has the option to work remotely two days a week.