Freelance Junior Java Developer Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Job#: 3035032
Job Description:
Junior Developer
Location: Ocoee, Florida
Employment Type: Contract to Perm
Role Overview
Our organization is seeking a motivated Junior Developer to join our development team. This entry-level role is designed for entry level candidates who are eager to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in software engineering. The focus is on finding an individual with strong communication skills, curiosity, and a proactive attitude, as technical skills will be developed on the job.
Key Responsibilities

• Participate in daily standups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and project meetings.
• Work closely with a dedicated mentor to develop and maintain backend services using Java.
• Collaborate with business analysts, project managers, and cross-functional teams to understand requirements.
• Complete assigned development tasks with guidance and participate in code reviews.
• Learn the organization's systems, processes, and enterprise environment.
• Build strong working relationships across the organization.
• Provide estimates for work and communicate progress or blockers.

Required Qualifications
Education: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is required.
Technical Skills: Foundational knowledge of Java and object-oriented programming principles is necessary.
Professional Skills: Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills and a willingness to ask questions. The ability to work onsite five days per week for the initial month is required.
Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Java Spring from academic or project-based work.
• Internship experience or personal coding projects.
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum concepts.
• A desire to grow within the company for a long-term career.

Compensation & Benefits
A competitive compensation package is offered for this position with $30-$38 Per Hour and a comparable salary conversion. This role is a contract-to-hire opportunity with the potential for permanent placement.
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