Middleware EngineeringOur client is a Global Financial Services firm located in Jersey City. Middleware Engineering within Foundational Infrastructure is responsible for providing an opinionated, standardized set of tools and services to enable building of middleware applications at the firm, where middleware consists of Databases, Big data & Messaging systems. The hiring team is primarily responsible for designing and implementing various automation solutions for the various database platforms - on-prem and public cloud.
Databases are the repositories of a company's most critical information, and are typically the most complex part of the application stack and we help the firm's business by providing processes and tools to make database tasks reliable, simpler and safer.Responsibilities:Design and develop high performance applications using latest technologies (Python, Java/J2EE, React)Meet with the application users to elicit/understand software requirements, assess feasibility of proposed changes, and compile measures/deliverablesAnalyze, design, develop, test, and support enterprise applications.Conduct functional and non-functional testing, perform unit and integration testing and troubleshoot and debug applicationsUnderstand business needs, facilitating and developing process workflow, data requirements, and specifications required to support implementationParticipate in technical specifications, high level/detailed design, test and implementation plansSupport users in resolving issues by troubleshooting, providing workarounds, or escalating to technology managementWork with a global team.Provide technical and functional guidance and leadership to junior members on a need basisQualifications:Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science engineering or related disciplines.5+ years of experience as full stack application developerStrong understanding of Python, experience with Django & ORMStrong understanding of Java/J2EE concepts, experience with Guice & ORM frameworksExperience in API management, usage and developmentGood understanding of Javascript, React, HTML, CSSKnowledge of Object Oriented Analysis and Design principles, SDLC, Testing and Code QualityKnowledge of Database concepts and ability to write SQL queriesExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience speaking to technical and business audiencesComfortable with multi-tasking and working as part of a global teamCan apply a passionate & entrepreneurial approach to problem solving and product developmentStrong problem solving and troubleshooting skills coupled with the maturity to exercise sound judgmentHighly motivated and willing to learn and adapt to new technologiesPreferred Qualifications:Experience in AWSExperience with the micro-services architecture patternExperience in scripting in SQLExperience with Workflow, Database platforms