Java Developer

Apex Systems; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

ESPP

401(k) matching

HSA

EAP

Training & certifications

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a skilled Java Developer in Palo Alto for designing, building, testing, and maintaining scalable applications. You will contribute across front-end and back-end components, participate in CI/CD, and deliver user-centric software in a fast-paced environment.

Key qualifications include a BS in CS or related field, 4+ years IT experience with at least 3 years in software development, and strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Kotlin, GCP, and REST APIs.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 4+ years in Information Technology with at least 3 years in software development.
• Proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Kotlin, GCP, and REST API development; experience with TDD, CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance application features using modern technologies and server-side languages.
• Bootstrap and configure new projects, establishing robust application structures and development environments.
• Design, develop, and maintain secure microservices-based architectures and REST APIs.
• Collaborate with product owners, designers, and architects to understand system requirements and deliver scalable solutions.
• Define and implement software test strategies, guidelines, and processes in line with industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues, including production defects and performance bottlenecks.
• Incorporate emerging technologies and optimize applications for development efficiency.
• Support modern security practices to safeguard data through encryption and anonymization techniques.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Kotlin

GCP

REST API

TDD

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job#: 3057922

Job Description

Java Developer

Location: Palo Alto, California (Partial Remote)

Role Overview

Our organization is seeking a skilled software engineering professional to design, develop, test, and maintain applications that solve complex challenges and meet critical user requirements. This role involves participating in the full software development lifecycle, focusing on both front-end and back-end components to deliver seamless, user-centric products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement scalable designs, optimize application performance, and continuous integration and delivery processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance application features using modern technologies and server-side languages.
• Bootstrap and configure new projects, establishing robust application structures and development environments.
• Design, develop, and maintain secure microservices-based architectures and build REST APIs for distributed applications.
• Collaborate with product owners, designers, and architects to understand system requirements and deliver scalable solutions.
• Define and implement software test strategies, guidelines, and processes in line with industry best practices and testing methodologies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues, including production defects and system performance bottlenecks.
• Incorporate emerging technologies and continuously optimize applications to maximize development efficiency.
• Support modern security practices to safeguard data through encryption and anonymization techniques.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in Information Technology, with at least 3 years dedicated to software development.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Kotlin, GCP (Google Cloud Platform), and REST API development. Experience with test-driven development, continuous integration, and continuous delivery practices is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building user-friendly and interactive interfaces for full-stack coverage.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and collaborative development frameworks.

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.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an 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. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides 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. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our "Welcome Packet" as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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