Jr. Java Software Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY

The Junior Java Software Engineer is an integral part of our engineering team, helping to the development of our innovative software products. The successful candidate will focus on learning the existing systems, and will participate to extend it as the business grows. The successful candidate must have knowledge and some experience working with server-side web application software for functionality across multiple browser platforms. Good knowledge of JavaScript and HTML is a plus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze, implement and test B2B information systems, Oracle and SQL-based RDBMS, and multi-tier distributed applications utilizing J2EE, Java, JavaScript, JSF, JSP, XML, and HTML
• Maintain and support current system and ongoing beta programs
• Participate in implementation of next generation systems based on our technology
• Provide hands-on development and maintenance of software applications/modules
• Implement best practices for software code development, re-use, and componentization
• Contribute to the growth and evolution of the company

REQUIRED SKILL SET

• BA/BS in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field required;
• 1-2 years experience developing commercial software in a structured setting.
• Commercial hands-on Java software development; preferably through several complete development cycles from specifications to software delivery.
• Knowledge of Java-related technologies (Servlets, JSP, JDBC)
• Experience in Object Modeling with UML
• DHTML / XHTML / XSLT / CSS knowledge
• Must be able to adapt to changing needs of the business
• Experience with Hibernate is a plus.
• Experience with MS SQL Server, Oracle or DB/2 is a plus
• Must have an understanding of the software development life cycle, familiarity or experience with Agile Development practices is a plus.