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Sparksoft Corporation

Java Application Developer (Junior)

Posted 15 Days Ago
Remote
2 Locations
Junior
Remote
2 Locations
Junior
The Junior Java Application Developer designs, develops, and maintains software systems, collaborates on improvements, and ensures API functionality while troubleshooting issues.
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Join us at Sparksoft, where we're not just another tech company—we're a catalyst for change. Our mission isn't just to offer IT solutions; it's to revolutionize the way you work. Here, passion isn't just a buzzword; it's the fuel behind groundbreaking ideas and transformative technologies. We serve a wide range of government clients, delivering impact that's felt across the nation.

Our true strength lies in our people. They're the problem-solvers and innovators consistently delivering extraordinary outcomes. With Sparksoft, you're not stepping into a routine job; you're joining a team committed to innovation and excellence. Our innovation extends beyond just delivering projects. Through our specialized Innovation Centers, we continuously refine our methods, ensuring we remain industry leaders.

We are Sparksoft!

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

In this role, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and configuring software systems to meet both market and client requirements. Your responsibilities will span across the software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, implementation, testing, delivery, and maintenance.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Technology Application: Apply your knowledge of technologies, applications, methodologies, processes, and tools to support client engagements and internal projects.
  • Software Development: Build and develop software components in alignment with technical design specifications.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with Business Analysts to identify design gaps and suggest functionality improvements.
  • API Development: Design and implement Java/Scala-based RESTful APIs based on technical requirements.
  • Testing: Create and execute unit tests to ensure the reliability and performance of developed components.
  • Troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve issues across various environments, including production, to support smooth development and deployment.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: 

  • Minimum of 2 years of professional development experience.
  • Beginner level expertise in Java and JavaScript.
  • Proven ability to work independently and as a team member.
  • Strong organizational, attention-to-detail, multi-tasking, and time-management skills
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
  • Candidates must have lived in the United States 3 out of the past 5 years

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

  • Familiarity with Splunk for log analysis and monitoring.
  • Experience working with Drools, Postman, and Amazon DynamoDB.
  • Basic understanding of Scala and the Play Framework.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science

If you need accommodation seeking employment with Sparksoft Corporation, please email [email protected] or call 410-424-7700. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.

At Sparksoft Corporation, we take security and protection of personal information very seriously. We will never ask you to send private personal information over email. Accordingly, we ask you to immediately contact our security team via email at [email protected] upon receiving a suspicious request.

Top Skills

Amazon Dynamodb
Java
JavaScript
Play Framework
Postman
Restful Apis
Scala
Splunk

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