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Artech

Java Developer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$50.75 - $65.50/hr

Java Developer We are seeking a Java Developer with strong core Java fundamentals and experience ... Experience with cloud environments, CI/CD, and performance tuning is highly preferred. Key ...

Omni Inclusive

Java Developer

Jersey City, NJ

$53.25 - $69/hr

Java Developer Java Developer with 8+ years of experience to design, develop, and maintain high ... Expertise in database, including database design, optimization, and performance tuning. Familiarity ...

DATAMAXIS

ATG Consultant with support

Northbrook, IL · Hybrid

Experience in Java performance tuning and profiling (thread/heap dump analysis) * Strong knowledge of Apache Tomcat, JBoss (7.x) application servers * Hands-on experience with monitoring tools such ...

Collabera Technologies

Java Developer

Charlotte, NC · Hybrid

$60 - $65/hr

Java Developer Contract: Charlotte, North Carolina, US Salary Range: 60.00 - 65.00 | Per Hour Job ... Perform database performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting * Work with large ...

SonSoft

Java Developer (SOA)

Bloomington, IL

$48.50 - $62.75/hr

Java Developer (SOA) Sonsoft, Inc. is a USA based corporation duly organized under the laws of the ... At least 7 years experience in Performance Tuning of Complex web applications, Service Oriented ...

Artech

Java Developer

Phoenix, AZ

$45 - $49/hr

Java Developer Locations : Phoenix, AZ (LOCAL ONLY FOR ONSITE CLIENT EVAL) Duration: 6 Months ... Experience with cloud environments, CI/CD, and performance tuning is highly preferred. Key ...

Purple Drive

Java Architect

Chicago, IL

$65 - $87.75/hr

Java Architect (Kafka) Location: Chicago, IL Experience: 15+ Years Job Summary We are seeking an ... Conduct performance tuning, load testing, and capacity planning. 6. DevOps & Deployment * Implement ...

Purple Drive Technologies

Java Architect

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65 - $87.50/hr

Java Architect (Kafka) Location: Chicago, IL Experience: 15+ Years Job Summary We are seeking an ... Conduct performance tuning, load testing, and capacity planning. 6. DevOps & Deployment * Implement ...

Saxon Global

java developer

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$56.25 - $72.75/hr

Perform code reviews, debugging, and performance tuning * Collaborate with cross-functional teams Required Skills * 8+ years of Core Java experience * Banking/financial domain experience * Strong ...

E*Pro, Inc.

Java Developer

Charlotte, NC

$49.75 - $64.50/hr

Java Developer / Java Lead Job Location: Charlotte, NC / Brooklyn, NY Job Length: Full Time / ... Experience with performance tuning of the application. Experience with testing frameworks like ...

Prophecy Technologies

Java Backend Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$59.25 - $76.75/hr

Perform application performance tuning, caching, and system optimization. * Troubleshoot complex ... Java 8+ / Java 11+ , J2EE * Spring Framework , Spring Boot, Spring Data, Spring Functions * RESTful ...

DATAMAXIS

ATG Consultant with support

Northbrook, IL · On-site +1

Experience in Java performance tuning and profiling (thread/heap dump analysis) * Strong knowledge of Apache Tomcat, JBoss (7.x) application servers * Hands-on experience with monitoring tools such ...

AceStack LLC

Java Developer

Richmond, VA · Hybrid

$50.50 - $65.25/hr

Perform unit testing, debugging, and performance tuning * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA, DevOps, and business stakeholders * Follow coding standards, best practices, and ...

Purple Drive Technologies

Java Developer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$49.50 - $64/hr

Experience with Java-based application development, debugging, and performance tuning. * Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC). * Strong problem-solving and communication ...

Sonsoft Inc

Java Developer (SOA)

Bloomington, IL

$49 - $63.25/hr

... Java, J2EE applications At least 7 years experience in Websphere (WAS) configuration commands ... performance tuning related) At least 7 years experience in Performance Tuning of Complex web ...

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Primary FocusOptimizing Java application performance and efficiencyDesigning, coding, and maintaining Java applications
Required SkillsProfiling, JVM tuning, troubleshooting performance issuesJava programming, software design, problem-solving
Work EnvironmentPerformance analysis teams, DevOps, QADevelopment teams, software projects
CertificationsJava certifications, performance tuning coursesJava certifications, software development courses

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Java Developer

Artech

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$50.75 - $65.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Java Developer

We are seeking a Java Developer with strong core Java fundamentals and experience building large-scale backend applications. The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, and related technologies. Experience with cloud environments, CI/CD, and performance tuning is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own all technical aspects of software development for assigned applications.
  • Participate in the design, development, and integration of systems and application programs.
  • Write and maintain high-quality unit tests (JUnit, Mockito) to ensure robust code coverage.
  • Troubleshoot issues in testing and production environments.
  • Work with product owners to prioritize features, technical requirements, and backlog items.
  • Identify opportunities to adopt innovative technologies and improve existing solutions.
  • Implement integration testing and maintain best practices in CI/CD and cloud deployments.

Required Skills:

  • Strong core Java fundamentals with 5+ years of experience in backend development.
  • Hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Kafka, JUnit, Mockito, SonarQube, log4j, Gradle, Maven, Git, Unix shell scripting.
  • Proficiency in RDBMS and NoSQL databases, SQL, RESTful APIs, and microservices.
  • Experience with cloud environments (public or private), Docker, Kubernetes, Helm configuration, and Dynatrace.
  • Knowledge of performance tuning for sub-second response applications.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Desirable Skills:

  • Exposure to automation testing and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Experience with modern software development methodologies and agile practices.

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