Java Developer

Scope: 

• The Justice Technology Services – Digital Design Branch requires a software developer with design/development experience of delivering digital solutions based on Java and Spring boot framework to build and enhance products for Criminal Justice Digital Design (CJDD) modernization program. Successful candidate will work on various applications and integration endpoints including Criminal eIntake, Digital Disclosure and Hearing Hub (D2H2), Digital Information Repository (DIR) and ICON Integration workstreams.

Deliverables:

• The programmer developer will be responsible for coding and unit testing of applications capabilities and APIs using Java Spring Boot, translating functional specifications into working, tested applications. This includes developing detailed programming specifications, user interface designs, prototypes, writing and/or generating code, compiling data driven programs, conducting unit tests, and debugging code.
• Key deliverables will include:
• Development – Writing and/or generating code, conducting unit tests on written code.
• Design and Documentation – Participate in creation of high-quality software design and documentation of SDLC phases.
• Support – Assist with troubleshooting production issues and support day-to-day operations

Skills

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Mandatory Requirements:

• At least 15 years of hands-on experience with software development
• Must have extensive experience in development of enterprise-grade applications using Java with JEE, EJB, JPA, JSF, Primefaces, Spring Boot, etc.
• Extensive experience with REST API design and development, including experience with API documentation and testing.
• Experience in working with portals that handle documents requiring digital signatures and interoperable between multiple applications.
• Experience with enterprise integration technologies, such as JMS, AMQP, or REST, and an understanding of how to use them in a Spring Integration context.
• Strong skills in SQL and extensive experience working with relational databases, such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or Oracle, and non-structured database such as MongoDB.
• Have knowledge on application security in Cloud environment, for example, Multi-Factor Authentication, SSO, certificate based or protected API, JWT Authentication, TLS1.2, and others.

Desired Skills and Knowledge:

• Adobe Designer (earlier it was Adobe LiveCycle), Adobe Java Script (Document Object Model DOM)
• Adobe Experience Manager (AEM Server) , Knowledge to create Work Flow Orchestration, Webservice, XML,
• Adobe Experience Manager Dynamic Forms

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong expertise in Java/JEE, including experience with Spring Boot.
• In-depth knowledge of microservice architecture and experience building scalable, highly available, and highly sensitive systems.
• Experience in Lean and/or Agile methodologies for the design & development
• Able to analyze business and functional requirements, lead/participate in JAD sessions and prepare required architecture documentation.
• Create or assist with creation, review, and provide input and support of Enterprise Architecture artifacts for all checkpoints as required
• Experience with applying various design patterns and standards to the technical design and development
• Assist with system and user interface design and modifications (data & screen) as required
• Knowledge transfer to team members and other personnel
• Hands-on experience with to delivering product features from beginning to end (requirements, development, unit and integration testing) without supervision
• Extensive experience with REST API design and development, including experience with API documentation and testing.
• Experience with enterprise integration technologies, such as JMS, AMQP, or REST, and an understanding of how to use them in a Spring Integration context.
• Strong knowledge of XML and experience working with XML-based integration solutions, such as XSLT and XPath.
• Knowledge of data transformation techniques, such as mapping and normalization, and experience using them in a Spring Integration context.
• Strong skills in SQL and experience working with relational databases, such as SQL Server, or Oracle.
• Understanding of security best practices and experience implementing authentication, authorization, and encryption.
• Strong experience with writing automated tests, including unit, API test, and a deep understanding of the testing process.
• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban, and experience participating in sprint planning and retrospectives.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A passion for staying up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies, and a desire to continuously learn and improve your skills.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, and experience diagnosing and resolving complex issues.
• A track record of delivering high-quality, robust, and scalable solutions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

CRITERIA:

Criteria 1 – Technical Design (35 Points)

• Strong expertise in design and development using core JEE technologies on WebSphere Application server and demonstrated experience with Spring Boot.
• Demonstrated and result-based experience in User Interface design, integration design, and data modeling for enterprise applications.
• Skilled in designing solutions from business requirements, especially using UML, JEE, and Service Bus.
• Practical knowledge in applying various design patterns and standards to the technical design and development.
• Extensive experience with REST API design and development, including experience with API documentation and testing.
• Knowledgeable in Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) for web application development, OMG technical standards, and OPS architecture standards.

Criteria 2 – Technical Framework (35 Points)

• Hands-on and demonstrated experience in design and development using core JEE technologies, Service-Oriented architecture, SOAP and REST Web Services. Enterprise Service Bus, Message Queue, etc.
• Hands-on and demonstrated experience in development Java Frameworks (e.g. Spring, Shiro, Primefaces etc.), and technologies such as Hibernate, JSF, etc.
• Must have prior experience in working with containerized environments such as Azure, OpenShift, Docker, Kubernetes, Microservices, etc.

Criteria 3 – Integration Skills (20 Points)

• Knowledge of data transformation techniques, such as mapping and normalization, and experience using them in a Spring Integration context.
• Hands-on and demonstrated experience in design and development using core JEE technologies, Service-Oriented architecture, SOAP and REST Web Services. Enterprise Service Bus, Message Queue, etc.
• Strong skills in SQL and experience working with relational databases, such as SQL Server, or Oracle.
• Understanding of security best practices and experience implementing authentication, authorization, and encryption.

Criteria 4 – Security Experience (10 Points)

• Experience with Security and Web Services Security standards and frameworks. Must have extensive working experience in WS-Security, PKI, LDAP, SAML 2.0, RBAC, etc.

KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER:

Knowledge to be Transferred:

• Codes
• Scripts / Documentation

Knowledge to be Transferred to:

• Project Manager / Team members

NOTE: This position is currently listed as “Onsite”; however, the Assignment under this request will provisionally be “Hybrid”, working 7.25 hours per calendar day, sometime between 8:00-5:00 PM (excluding lunch breaks) Monday to Friday inclusive, unless otherwise identified. These conditions are subject to change as the OPS reflects on its current situation. During the duration of the assignment, you will be under the discretion of the Hiring Manager’s requirements for the Project you are assigned to.