Role: Java Developer

Location: Chicago IL (Hybrid)

Position Type: contract

Interview process: In Person Interview

Required skills:

• Reflected in description but will be working on building out POS.
• Must have extensive experience in Java

Job Description:

We are looking for a Java Developer to work on web and API-based software solutions for CAI's clients.

What You’ll Do 

• Collaborating with a team of application specialists in supporting our client's enterprise applications
• Developing and unit testing REST web services and solutions using https-based web applications. Knowledge of tools like SOAP UI and Postman is a must
• Translating business requirements into code in compliance with defined development standards, including all code documentation and design documentation
• Writing backend as well as frontend code for web-based applications
• Resolving defects in a timely and thorough manner
• Actively participating in performance tuning across both application and network tiers
• Assessing and triage issues at various levels based on priority and urgency
• Escalating issues to management, as appropriate
• Simultaneously managing multiple priorities to ensure timelines are met
• Participating in cross training and knowledge sharing of best practices, both within and outside of the team.
• Rapidly learning new applications and technologies as new systems are added to CAI's client programs
• Promoting teamwork and effective communication. Fostering mutually beneficial working relationships with all CAI and client team members.
• Delivering defect-free solutions that are compliant with industry and application best practices.
• Analyzing periodic, vendor-released application upgrades

 Required: 

• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Programmer/Analyst, Software Developer, IT Consultant, or similar occupation. Skills Required
• Deep technical knowledge of recent versions of the following tools and technologies:
• Java
• Angular 13
• Spring Boot
• Spring Data JPA
• Spring Framework
• Spring Security
• Hibernate
• Maven
• Bootstrap
• Oracle
• JBoss
• GitLab
• SQL Developer/Toad
• JIRA
• JBoss Cruise Control
• Eclipse
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent client focus
• The ability to work well under pressure and to perform to deadlines
• Team player who is self-aware
• Sound decision making ability with the ability to consult where needed
• High level of attention to detail and a desire to drive quality
• The ability to work unsupervised

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards
• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor