Junior Enterprise Java Developer

Position Overview

We are seeking a Junior Enterprise Java Developer to join our high-performance development team. The ideal candidate has foundational experience in Java application development, a strong willingness to learn enterprise-grade architectures, and the ability to contribute to building scalable, secure, and high-quality software solutions.

This role involves working with established engineering standards, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and developing applications that support mission-critical business processes.

Key Responsibilities

Application Development

• Develop, test, and maintain enterprise applications using Java 8+, Spring Framework, and related technologies.
• Implement RESTful APIs and microservices following clean code and design principles.
• Write robust unit tests using JUnit, Mockito, or similar tools.

System Integration & APIs

• Assist in integrating applications with databases, third-party services, and internal systems.
• Work with messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ) based on team requirements.

Database & Persistence

• Develop and optimize queries using SQL and work with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MySQL.
• Use ORM frameworks like Hibernate or JPA to interact with data layers.

Code Quality & Version Control

• Follow software engineering best practices, including coding standards, documentation, testing, and peer reviews.
• Use version control systems like Git, participating in pull request workflows.

DevOps & Cloud Exposure

• Work with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or similar).
• Gain exposure to containerization tools such as Docker.
• Support application deployments in cloud environments like AWS, Azure, or GCP (training will be provided as needed).

Collaboration & Support

• Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and agile ceremonies.
• Collaborate with senior developers, testers, product owners, and business analysts.
• Assist in troubleshooting production and QA issues under supervision.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• 1–3 years of hands-on experience in Java development (or strong academic/project experience for graduates).
• Solid understanding of:
  • Java 8+ core concepts
  • Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
  • Spring Boot / Spring MVC
  • RESTful services
  • SQL and relational databases
  • Basics of HTML, CSS, JavaScript (frontend exposure beneficial)
• Familiarity with:
  • Git and version control workflows
  • Build tools (Maven or Gradle)
  • JUnit, Mockito, or other testing frameworks
  • Microservices concepts
  • CI/CD concepts

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and improve continuously based on feedback.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Experience

• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP).
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes basics).
• Knowledge of distributed systems and messaging queues.
• Understanding of security principles (OAuth2, JWT).
• Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent.
• OR a proven track record through certification programs and real-world project work.
• Minimum 1–3 years of industry experience (or strong internship/project portfolio).

Performance Indicators

• Quality and maintainability of code delivered.
• Ability to complete tasks within expected timelines.
• Positive participation in team ceremonies and collaboration.
• Growth in technical skill depth and capability.
• Contribution to problem-solving and innovation.

Career Path

This role offers clear progression into:

• Intermediate Java Developer
• Senior Enterprise Java Developer
• Systems/Software Architect
• DevOps Engineer
• Cloud Engineer
• Technical Lead