Java Application Developer

Apex Systems; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex in Newark, Delaware is seeking a Java Application Developer to build and maintain high-transaction Java applications, including REST and SOAP services, with a focus on performance, tuning, and correct design patterns. The role requires hybrid onsite presence three days per week.

You will contribute to LLE triage and release support, work with Spring and J2EE stacks, and collaborate with global teams across time zones to deliver reliable, scalable software.

Qualifications

• Core Java and solid Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP) skills.
• Proven design expertise, including Design Patterns and UML.
• J2EE experience with application servers like Websphere, Weblogic, JBoss, or Apache Tomcat.
• Experience with Spring frameworks, including Core Spring, Spring Integration, and Spring AOP.
• Proficiency in REST and SOAP web service development.
• Knowledge of JPDA/Hibernate.
• Experience with distributed caching frameworks such as ehCache or Websphere eXtreme Scale.
• Familiarity with encryption and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
• Experience with XML processing and binding frameworks like JAXB, Xstream, or Stax.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java applications.
• Provide triage and support for lower-level environments (LLE).
• Support application releases and deployment processes.
• Design new components and apply design patterns effectively.
• Develop REST and SOAP web services and web applications.
• Work with distributed caching frameworks and XML processing tools.
• Ensure application performance through tuning and profiling.
• Collaborate with teams located across multiple time zones.

Skills

Core Java

OOP

Design Patterns

UML

J2EE Servers

Spring Framework

REST & SOAP

Hibernate

XML Processing

PKI & Encryption

Caching frameworks

Tools

Websphere

WebLogic

JBoss

Tomcat

Spring Core

Hibernate

ehCache

Job description

Java Application Developer

Job #: 3051029

Location: Newark, Delaware (Hybrid)

Role Overview

This position is for an Application Programmer focused on Java application development, LLE triage and support, and release support. The role requires a candidate with strong Core Java and object-oriented programming skills to contribute to high-transaction volume services and applications. The work arrangement is a hybrid schedule, requiring a minimum of three days onsite per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java applications.
• Provide triage and support for lower-level environments (LLE).
• Support application releases and deployment processes.
• Design new components and apply design patterns effectively.
• Develop REST and SOAP web services and web applications.
• Work with distributed caching frameworks and XML processing tools.
• Ensure application performance through tuning and profiling.
• Collaborate with teams located across multiple time zones.

Required Qualifications

• Core Java and solid Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP) skills.
• Proven design expertise, including Design Patterns and UML.
• J2EE experience with application servers like Websphere, Weblogic, JBoss, or Apache Tomcat.
• Experience with Spring frameworks, including Core Spring, Spring Integration, and Spring AOP.
• Proficiency in REST and SOAP web service development.
• Knowledge of JPDA/Hibernate.
• Experience with distributed caching frameworks such as ehCache or Websphere eXtreme Scale.
• Familiarity with encryption and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
• Experience with XML processing and binding frameworks like JAXB, Xstream, or Stax.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with UNIX/Linux environments.
• Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, MySQL, or SQL Server.
• Background in producing high-transaction volume services or applications.
• Experience with performance tuning and application profiling.
• Familiarity with Continuous Integration tools like Jenkins/Hudson.
• Experience with development tools such as JMeter, SOAPUI, JUnit, TestNG, DynaTrace, or JProbe.
• Knowledge of Maven and repositories like Nexus.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.

Everforth Apex

Everforth Apex is a world‑class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• A HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan).
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• A corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• An on‑demand training program, access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Accommodations

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