Java Tech Architect/Lead (Permanent / Full time )

TecTammina; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company based in Chicago is seeking a Java Tech Architect/Lead for a full-time permanent position. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in Java and J2EE, extensive knowledge of web services, and a background in commercial insurance is a plus. You will be responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining Java systems while managing all phases of the software life cycle. This role requires excellent communication skills and a detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• At least 7+ years of experience in Java and J2EE development.
• Extensive experience in OOAD techniques and design patterns.
• Good understanding of software configuration management.

Responsibilities

• Planning, designing, developing, and maintaining Java systems.
• Integrating applications across various technology stacks.
• Conducting full system life-cycle functions including testing and performance tuning.

Skills

Java

J2EE

Webservices

Spring

Struts

Hibernate

OOAD techniques

SOAP

WSDL

MQ Series

WebSphere

Eclipse

Detail-oriented

Job description

Java Tech Architect/Lead (Permanent / Full time)

Job Status: Full Time / Permanent

Eligibility: EAD, GC, US Citizen

Contact: 703 349 1004

To apply, send your profile to mdanish(at)1stitsolutions.com. Keep the subject line with Job Title and Location.

Technical/Functional Skills

• At least 7+ years of experience in planning, designing, developing, and maintaining systems on Java, J2EE, Webservices and MVC solutions. Commercial insurance background is a plus.
• 7+ years of IT experience as Architect, Tech Lead, or Developer involving analysis, design, and implementation of project requirements.
• Experience integrating applications across various technology stacks, vendor products, Java/J2EE, and mainframe applications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of web/client-server development using n-tier architecture.
• Extensive experience in OOAD techniques: class diagrams, sequence diagrams, use case diagrams, activity diagrams.
• Experience with Java, J2EE, Spring, Struts, Swing, ESB, web services, Ajax, EAI, Web 2.0, integration, and J2EE design patterns.
• Experience with Hibernate (object-relational mapping tool).
• Experienced in SOA and web services using WSDL, SOAP, UDDI, MQ Series, ActiveMQ.
• Experience with WebSphere Message Broker.
• Experience in J2EE related technologies such as EJB, Servlets, JSP, JMS, JAAS, JTA, JAXP, XML, and XSLT.
• Experience with application servers WebSphere, JBoss and web servers such as Tomcat, Sun Java Web Server.
• Good understanding of software configuration management using version control software such as PVCS, Rational ClearCase, responsible for various software version releases.
• Extensive experience in rapid application development using IDEs such as STS (Spring Tool Suite), Eclipse, Borland JBuilder.
• Full system life‑cycle hands‑on experience: analysis, design, coding, testing, performance tuning, installation, documentation, maintenance, and end‑user training.
• Knowledge of the insurance domain is a benefit.

Generic Managerial / Soft Skills

• Excellent team player, self‑starter, multi‑tasked, detail oriented.