Java Developer

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Deferred Compensation Plan (457, 401K,

Roth IRA options

Pre-tax Commuter Benefit

Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

NYC Financial Information Services Agency – Office of Payroll Administration is seeking a Java developer to support CITYTIME. You will build scalable, secure enterprise apps on the Java platform and oversee the full software lifecycle for citywide timekeeping features.

Key duties include design, development, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation, with collaboration across analysts and architects. A solid Java/JEE background and knowledge of MVC/ORM, web services, and SQL are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Java and deep understanding of Java/JEE internals.
• MVC frameworks and ORM technologies; willingness to learn new frameworks.
• Web services and API development experience.
• Relational databases and SQL proficiency.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, version control, and Ant.
• Experience with Blaze Advisor rule engine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Java-based applications using Java EE and related technologies.
• Collaborate with analysts, architects, and teams to gather requirements and integrate components.
• Write clean, testable code; conduct unit/integration tests and code reviews.
• Ensure high-volume, low-latency performance and scalability of systems.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Document designs and explore new technologies for continuous improvement.

Skills

Java

MVC frameworks

ORM technologies

Web services

SQL

Agile methodologies

Version control

Education

Baccalaureate degree in computer science, engineering or related field

Tools

Ant

Blaze Advisor

Job description

The NYC Financial Information Services Agency – Office of Payroll Administration (FISA-OPA) has a vacancy for a Java developer who will provide support of production and development for our citywide automated time keeping system (CITYTIME). The candidate's primary responsibilities will include: Building scalable, secure, and robust enterprise-level applications using the Java platform and its associated frameworks; managing the full software development lifecycle and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions for the City's time keeping system (CITYTIME) that includes: activity and payroll processing; time sheet, roster, status, and roll-call functionality; employee profile, leave balance, work schedule, self-care service, and integration between rule-based engine and Java application.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Development: Design, develop, implement, and maintain Java-based applications using the Java EE platform and related technologies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with business analysts, architects, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define specifications, and integrate software components into a fully functional system.
• Coding and Testing: Write clean, efficient, and testable code, adhering to coding standards and best practices. Conduct unit and integration testing and participate in code reviews to ensure quality.
• Performance and Scalability: Ensure high-volume, low-latency performance for mission-critical systems and optimize applications for speed and scalability.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Identify bottlenecks, debug applications, troubleshoot production problems, and provide timely resolutions.
• Documentation and Improvement: Document technical designs and specifications, and support continuous improvement by researching and presenting new technologies and alternatives.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proficiency in Java: Strong proficiency in the Java programming language and an in-depth understanding of Java/JEE internals (classloading, memory management, transaction management).
• Frameworks and Technologies: Hands-on experience with MVC frameworks and ORM technologies. Willing to learn new frameworks and tools.
• Web Technologies: Experience with web services and API development.
• Databases: Knowledge of relational databases and proficiency in SQL.
• Development Methodologies and Tools: Familiarity with Agile methodologies, version control systems, and build tools like Ant.
• Working experience with Fair Isaac's Blaze Advisor rule engine is preferred.
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

The City of New York offers a comprehensive set of benefits and programs to employees, including health insurance, pension plan, Deferred Compensation Plan (with 457, 401K and Roth IRA options), pre-tax Commuter Benefit program, pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts programs and more. Additional benefits such as prescription drug coverage, dental benefits, vision care benefits and more are also available through District Council 37 – Local 2627, the union that represents employees in this title.

P-501

Hours/Shift

35 hours Weekly/Day.

Work Location

5 Manhattan West, NY, NY

IT INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER - 95714

Minimum Qualifications

1. 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in computer science, engineering or a related field and four years of satisfactory full-time experience related to datacenter engineering and operations, cloud engineering and operations, complex IT infrastructure engineering; or,
2. 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and eight years of satisfactory full-time experience related to datacenter engineering and operations, cloud engineering and operations, complex IT infrastructure engineering; or,
3. 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.