Full Stack Java Developer

Title: Full Stack Java Developer

Location: Henderson, NV

Type: Contract

Duration: Long Term

Description:

Mandatory:

• Proficiency in Java is fundamental.
• The candidate should have a solid understanding of Java syntax, object-oriented programming principles, and Java libraries.
• Knowledge of designing, developing, and managing APIs, including RESTful services and SOAP web services.
• Experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL), including designing, querying, and managing data.
• Familiarity with Java frameworks (like Spring Boot) and API development tools like Postman or Swagger.

• Familiarity with advanced Java frameworks and libraries beyond the basics, such as Hibernate, Spring Security, or JPA, for more efficient API development.
• Experience with cloud services (especially AWS) for deploying and managing APIs in the cloud.
• Skills in using containerization tools like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes for modern application deployment.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins for automating the software delivery process.
• Ability to optimize APIs for better performance, including understanding of caching mechanisms, rate limiting, and load balancing.
• Advanced knowledge of security best practices in API development, including data protection, encryption, and secure coding practices.

• Design, develop, and implement APIs using Java.
• Create RESTful services or SOAP web services as per the project requirements.
• Integrate APIs with existing systems, services, and third-party applications to ensure seamless communication and data exchange.
• Continuously monitor, update, and optimize API performance, including troubleshooting and fixing issues, ensuring high availability and scalability of APIs.
• Implement and maintain security standards and practices to protect APIs from unauthorized access and threats, using authentication and authorization mechanisms such as OAuth, JWT, and API keys.
• Work with databases, including designing, querying, and integrating them with APIs, involving SQL, NoSQL, or other database technologies.
• Create comprehensive documentation for API design, development processes, and user guides.
• Use tools like Swagger for API documentation and specification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including front-end developers, back-end developers, database administrators, and project managers.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Monitor API performance and apply scaling techniques as needed to handle varying loads and ensure efficient operation under different conditions.