At Perficient you’ll deliver mission-critical technology and business solutions to Fortune 500 companies and some of the most recognized brands on the planet. And you’ll do it with cutting-edge technologies, thanks to our close partnerships with the world’s biggest vendors. Our network of offices across North America, as well as locations in India and China, will give you the opportunity to spread your wings, too.

We’re proud to be publicly recognized as a “Top Workplace” year after year. This is due, in no small part, to our entrepreneurial attitude and collaborative spirit that sets us apart and keeps our colleagues impassioned, driven, and fulfilled.

Perficient currently has a career opportunity for Java Lead Technical Consultants - specifically with Java/Springboot experience.  Candidates must either be local or willing to relocate to Boston.

Technology Consultants are responsible for the implementation and configuration of the technical infrastructure including web applications, layered software, hardware platform and operating systems. The Technology Consultant regularly consults with clients on best practices, issue resolution and experience guidance in order to improve the performance/reliability of client's technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for implementing part or all of the technical solution to the client, in accordance with an agreed technical design
• Occasionally responsible for providing a detailed technical design for enterprise solutions
• Understands a broad spectrum of technology in order to provide part or all of a detailed technical design which meets customer requirements
• Often leads small-to-medium technical projects. Works with and under the direction of the Project/Technical Manager and with customer nominated representatives. Liaises with Solutions Architect as appropriate
• Provides technical support and input on the application of technology to a defined business segment
• Provides advice on solution and integration opportunities to defined segments
• Provides technical leadership on specific integration activities that are part of an engagement
• Provides planning and design support for the development of solution architectures that will be implemented in a multiple system environment
• Communicates across client community, and is viewed as adding value
• Contributes to knowledge tools and communities, and ensures project learning’s are documented and shared. Role models Focuses on single customer. Solves diverse and complex. 

Qualifications

• Candidates must either be local or willing to relocate to Boston,MA.
• 7-12 years of professional experience and a Bachelor of Computer Science or equivalent degree; without a degree, three additional years of relevant professional experience 
• 7-10 years of strong core Java & J2EE professional experience
• 5-8 years of experience in Springboot Framework, Microservices. 
• Microservices logging, architecture and development.

• Experience in  Cassandra or other NoSQL databases is preferred.

   

• Experience in Kafka or ActiveMQ is preferred.

   

• Good understanding of API and Integration concepts and technologies, such as REST, SOAP, JSON, XML, message queues, and Integration Pattern / frameworks.

   

• Experience in any continuous integration and continuous delivery tools ( eg: git hub, Jenkins, bamboo , gradle/maven , artifactory)

   

• Familiarity with any Java containers and logging / monitoring solutions.

   

• Experience in triaging, troubleshooting, and problem solving skills.

   

• Ability to communicate effectively via multiple channels (verbal, written, etc.) with technical and non-technical staff.

• Knowledge and experience in developing software using agile methodologies
• Strong debugging, problem solving and investigative skills. Ability to assimilate disparate information (log files, error messages etc.) and pursue leads to find root cause problems.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodology.
• Sufficient depth and breadth of technical knowledge to be individually responsible for the design and scope of deliverables within a field of expertise. Has led small team in delivery of a specific deliverable

• Mastered at least one technical discipline with strong knowledge in at least three major technology areas
  
  Possesses advanced level of business, technical, or functional knowledge

• Ability to perform/drive resolution of problems on combinations and interactions of products

• Ability to apply technology and consulting to solve a client business problem

• Able to communicate and present complex issues with assurance and confidence

• Ability to work with a team to provide written responses to technical proposals and /or reports/documentation for delivery

Perficient full-time employees receive complete and competitive benefits. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, generous work/life opportunities and an outstanding benefits package that includes paid time off plus holidays. In addition, all colleagues are eligible for a number of rewards and recognition programs including billable bonus opportunities. Encouraging a healthy work/life balance and providing our colleagues great benefits are just part of what makes Perficient a great place to work. 

More About Perficient

Perficient is the leading digital transformation consulting firm serving Global 2000 and enterprise customers throughout North America. With unparalleled information technology, management consulting and creative capabilities, Perficient and its Perficient Digital agency deliver vision, execution and value with outstanding digital experience, business optimization and industry solutions.

Our work enables clients to improve productivity and competitiveness; grow and strengthen relationships with customers, suppliers and partners; and reduce costs.  Perficient's professionals serve clients from a network of offices across North America and offshore locations in India and China. Traded on the Nasdaq Global Select Market, Perficient is a member of the Russell 2000 index and the S&P SmallCap 600 index.

Perficient is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national, origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Disclaimer:  The above statements are not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions performed by the employee assigned to this classification.  Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time.