JAVA UI Developer

Mindlance; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Champaign, IL is looking for a Web Developer to support operations and build a full stack web portal from scratch. The ideal candidate will lead development initiatives, utilizing technologies including JavaScript, PHP, and Java/J2EE. Requirements include over 5 years of JavaScript experience and 3 years in Java development, along with a collaborative spirit and a passion for user experience. This position offers a unique opportunity with a small team focused on creating engaging web solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of JavaScript experience with AJAX, DOM manipulations, JSONP, and related libraries.
• 3+ years of professional Java/J2EE development experience.
• Solid understanding of SQL and Mongo DB.

Responsibilities

• Lead development initiatives on technical projects and mentor team members.
• Utilize Java server-side technologies to tie front and back end platforms together.
• Create rich, compelling user interfaces using JavaScript, PHP, HTML, CSS.

Skills

JavaScript

Java/J2EE

SQL

Mongo DB

PHP

HTML

CSS

React

Angular

Node

Job description

Location: Champaign, IL
Duration: 6+ Months Contract

CLIENT is growing and expanding operations in Champaign IL and building collaborations with the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. We are seeking a Web Developer to join the team in Champaign to support its operations. The position offers high visibility and the opportunity to build up a full stack web portal from scratch with a 2-3 person team.

Responsibilities

• Lead development initiatives on technical projects and mentor team members.
• Utilize Java server-side technologies to tie front and back end platforms together
• Create rich, compelling user interfaces using JavaScript, PHP, HTML, CSS and the latest in client-side technologies

Requirements

• 5+ years of JavaScript experience (including, but not limited to AJAX, DOM manipulations, JSONP, event models etc.) and related libraries such as React, Angular, or Node
• 3+ years of professional Java/J2EE development experience
• Solid understanding of databases such as SQL, Mongo DB as well as PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Familiarity with agile development cycles & rapid prototyping
• Work collaboratively with web designers and marketing on contents
• A creative and organized developer who thrives in both an independent and small team environment
• A strong passion for progressive user experience and web development