Senior Java Software Engineer Jobs in Fort Lee, NJ

Primary Skills:

• Java
• Spring Boot or Spring MVC
• Apache Maven
• SQL Server or MySQL

Location: 1133 WESTECHESTER ( White Plains, NY 10605)

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# of Positions: 1

The Senior Java Software Engineer will be responsible for creating AWS cloud services and components for critical business systems at AutoNation. The role requires the ability to write high quality code utilizing commonly available Java frameworks along with relevant AWS cloud components. The role requires deep technical knowledge of high volume and highly transactional systems.

• Works directly with the technical application architect.
• Works as part of a Scrum team and interacts primarily with Business Analysts, Developers, QA testers, Project Manager.
• Interacts with IT Support Teams: DevOps, DBA, Security, Architecture, Infrastructure, PMO.
• May interact with IT Leadership: Managers, Directors, Senior Directors.
• May interact with Business Leadership: Managers, Directors, Senior Directors.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders, business analysts, the technical application architect, and other developers to design and implement high quality code components that meet or exceed business requirements.
• Generate design or specification documents including architectural, workflow or sequence diagrams that accurately capture end-user requirements while adhering to coding and software architecture best practices.
• Analyze and evaluate technical dependencies on related internal or external systems to determine the best implementation possible within the time and resource constraints that currently apply.
• Perform cost benefit analysis of available implementation alternatives to maximize short term productivity and long-term maintainability of the work product without sacrificing critical application requirements.
• Create detailed timeline and duration estimates for the work effort required.
• Present when required a detailed overview of the solution approach to technical leadership or the business stakeholders as appropriate.
• Implement efficient and reliable software components and services.
• Conduct unit and performance tests to ensure quality deliverables.
• Support the QA team on automation and other scripting requirements.
• Assist in the deployment of releases and troubleshooting of defects across environments.
• Create consistent and accurate technical and end-user documentation of implemented applications.
• Mentor less experienced team members in the use of sound development techniques and the optimal design of software solutions.
• Perform other job-related functions as assigned.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Company’s Vision, Mission, and Values in all interactions with customers, co-workers and suppliers.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

• Undergraduate degree in computer science, engineering, or similar field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Minimum 5 years of experience developing mission critical, high volume transactional systems in a hybrid (on prem + cloud) environment.
• Extensive experience with the Java programming language.
• Extensive experience with core Java frameworks such as Spring Boot or Spring MVC.
• Extensive experience with Java development IDEs such as IntelliJ or Eclipse.
• Strong familiarity with Apache Maven.
• Extensive experience with Git source control.
• Extensive experience developing and integrating with REST/SOAP web services.
• Strong familiarity with relational database technologies such as SQL Server or MySQL.
• Familiarity with common AWS services and components such as SQS, SNS, lambda functions, etc.
• Understanding of end-to‑end design/development/delivery of software applications with consistently high quality and reliability.
• Experience with Scrum-based development methodology.
• Strong application performance tuning and optimization skills.
• Strong problem solving, debugging skills, and dedication to quality.
• Commitment to work assiduously in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to take ownership of defects and blockers and to work conscientiously and resourcefully to resolve them.
• Commitment to communicate problems as soon as they arise and to follow up on open items until they are resolved.

• Experience with retail industries that have a distributed presence such as automotive retailers, hospitality or banking.
• Experience with SOA based systems.
• Experience building systems that manage customer centric data along with case management workflows.