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Junior Java Programming Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Virtusa

Senior Java Engineer

Irving, TX · On-site

$55 - $70/hr

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java and modern backend / frontend technologies, a strong understanding of system design, and the ability to mentor junior engineers while ...

Virtusa

Java Developer

Irving, TX

$49 - $63.50/hr

Mentor junior developers, sharing knowledge and promoting best practices within the team ... Technical Skills Proficiency in Java applications design , development

Virtusa

Java Developer

Irving, TX · On-site

$49 - $63.50/hr

Mentor junior developers, sharing knowledge and promoting best practices within the team ... Technical Skills Proficiency in Java applications design , development

Atria Group LLC

Java Developer

Irving, TX

$49 - $63.50/hr

Company Description Sr. Java/JEE Consultant with solid software engineering and preferably health ... mentor junior developers Other desired skills * Experience with SOA, ESB * JSF2, ZK, EXT-JS ...

Virtusa

Senior Java Engineer

Irving, TX · On-site

$53.25 - $67.75/hr

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java and modern backend/frontend technologies, and will be responsible for leading technical design discussions and mentoring junior engineers while ...

Tekdoors

Lead Java Developer

Irving, TX · On-site

Lead Java Developer with Github CoPilot / AI Code Generator Location: Irving, TX / Phoenix, AZ ... junior developers. • Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in AI and software ...

Incedo

Java Tech Lead

Austin, TX · On-site

Our uniqueness lies in bringing together strong engineering, data science, and design capabilities ... junior team members, review their code, establish quality gates, build & deploy code using CI/CD ...

Whiz Global LLC

JAVA FULL STACK DEVELOPER

Houston, TX · On-site

$50.25 - $64.75/hr

Strong expertise in Core Java and object-oriented programming concepts * Experience with software ... Mentor junior developers and contribute to team growth Preferred Skills * Experience working across ...

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BC Forward

Java Spring Boot Developer

Plano, TX · On-site

$60.44/hr

The role targets a junior developer who will work closely with the line of business and architects ... The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, RESTful services, and ...

CCS INC

Senior Java Developer

Plano, TX · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

Design, develop, and maintain Java applications following best practices. * Collaborate with cross ... Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers to enhance team skills. * Identify and fix bugs ...

TriOptus LLC

Java Developer

Irving, TX · On-site

$49 - $63.50/hr

Java Developer Job location :Irving Texas Duration:12 month * Senior, hands-on technical lead ... As a technical lead, the candidate will be responsible for providing technical guidance to junior ...

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What is the difference between Junior Java Programming vs Junior Software Developer?

AspectJunior Java ProgrammingJunior Software Developer
Required CredentialsJava certifications, basic programming knowledgeGeneral programming skills, possibly Java certifications
Work EnvironmentDevelopment teams, Java-focused projectsVaried projects, multiple languages, broader scope
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, software firms using JavaWide range of industries, including tech, finance, and startups
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Junior Java Programming typically focuses on Java-specific skills and certifications, working mainly within Java development teams. In contrast, Junior Software Developer roles may involve multiple programming languages and broader responsibilities across various projects. Both roles are entry-level and often overlap in skills, but Java programming is more specialized.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Junior Java Programmer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Java Programmer, you need a solid understanding of Java fundamentals, object-oriented programming principles, and a relevant degree or coursework in computer science. Familiarity with integrated development environments (IDEs) like Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA, version control systems such as Git, and basic knowledge of build tools like Maven is typically expected. Problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and good teamwork and communication skills help you stand out in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for writing reliable code, collaborating effectively, and adapting quickly in a dynamic software development environment.

What are some common challenges a Junior Java Programmer might face when starting out, and how can they overcome them?

As a Junior Java Programmer, you may initially find it challenging to understand large codebases, manage debugging complex issues, or adapt to new frameworks used by the team. It's common to feel overwhelmed by unfamiliar tools or best practices. To overcome these challenges, actively seek mentorship from senior developers, participate in code reviews, and dedicate time to practice and learn outside of daily tasks. Collaboration and communication within your team are key to quickly building your skills and confidence in the role.

What does a Junior Java Programmer do?

A Junior Java Programmer is an entry-level software developer who specializes in writing, testing, and maintaining Java applications. They typically work under the supervision of senior developers, assisting with coding, debugging, and implementing features. Their tasks often include fixing bugs, participating in code reviews, and learning best practices in software development. This role is ideal for individuals who are new to programming and looking to gain practical experience in Java development within a team environment.
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Lead Software Engineer - Java / Equities Risk

Lead Software Engineer - Java / Equities Risk

JP Morgan Chase

Houston, TX

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago

JPMorgan Chase & Co. rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 487 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

55th of 146 rated banks

Job description

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Commercial and Investment Bank -  Global Equity Derivatives Risk Management team, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to enhance, build, and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. Drive the delivery of a best in class platform for real-time derivatives pricing, risk management, and streaming position aggregation for a range of complex financial products.

Job responsibilities

  • Works directly with business, quant and technology teams to articulate new technology requirements and solve business problems
  • Collaborates with other members of a globally distributed team to brainstorm new ideas / solutions, and provide mentoring and technical expertise to the team
  • Develops specific enhancements and/or build new solutions to fulfill business objectives related to new business requirements

  • Drives team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test strategy acceleration, incident/root-cause analysis support), while establishing consistent validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of effective patterns across the team.

  • Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation.

  • Ensures technology solutions meet business and client requirements, while ensuring they are robust and supportable
  • Documents release procedures and support notes for deliverables to enable proper support by our production management groups.
  • Provides 3rd Level production support to analyze issues observed in production, provide detailed analysis and recommendations to production management groups, and identify opportunities to improve the production system
  • Mentors junior Java developers and conduct code and design reviews

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
  • Advanced hands-on coding experience with Java technologies/frameworks such as Spring/Spring Boot, Spring JPA/Hibernate, and REST based services
  • Strong experience with JVM performance analysis, including profiling, heap dump analysis, thread dump analysis, and GC tuning 

  • Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security.

  • Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices

  • Proficiency in Unix/Linux environments, ability to navigate the system, investigate processes and logs, analyze system performance using tools such as Dynatrace
  • Experience with Databases - relational and No-SQL (Sybase, Oracle, Mongo DB)
  • Expertise with Messaging Middleware platforms (Kafka/RabbitMQ), and exposure to cloud compute platforms, including AWS
  • Proven experience with full development lifecycle and tools, including Git/Bitbucket, Jira, Jenkins, Gradle, and Maven
  • Demonstrated experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) using tools such as JUnit and mocking frameworks
  • Ability to work in a 3rd Level advanced support capacity and supporting production environments, responding to user concerns, and taking ownership of production issues
 
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
  • Experience of working in financial services and understanding of equity derivative products
  • Hands-on coding experience with Python
  • Experience with UI concepts, languages and platforms including JavaScript/REACT, AngularJS, Typescript, HTML5, CSS3
  • In-depth knowledge of AWS Public Cloud products and solutions (EC2, S3, Lambda, EFS)
  • Cloud certification - AWS or Kubernetes
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world. 

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