Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Java Developer to design, build, and support RESTful web service APIs that empower our member-facing web applications and external partner integrations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in Java, a passion for clean code, and a proactive, agile mindset to drive innovative solutions within a collaborative development team. Key Responsibilities ● Design and develop RESTful web services in Java using modern frameworks (Spring Boot, Spring MVC). ● Collaborate with product owners, developers, and QA within an Agile/Scrum environment to deliver high-quality software solutions. ● Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following TDD practices, utilizing tools such as JUnit, Postman, and Swagger. ● Diagnose and resolve performance issues across all application layers. ● Design efficient and scalable database schemas, and develop complex SQL queries using Oracle or similar RDBMS. ● Integrate with third-party services via SSO, SAML, and SOAP-based web services. ● Ensure API security and governance, leveraging tools like API Gateways (e.g., Tyk) for authentication and authorization. ● Conduct design and code reviews, offering technical mentorship to peers and contributing to architectural decisions. ● Troubleshoot development roadblocks and support team members in meeting sprint goals. ● Relentlessly pursue continuous improvement in both product and development processes. Qualifications ● 4+ years of professional software development experience with Java, including at least 2 years building REST APIs. ● Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming and best practices in Java development. ● Proven experience with Spring Boot or Spring MVC frameworks. ● Proficiency in SQL and relational database design, particularly with Oracle. ● Experience with tools such as Eclipse/IntelliJ, Git/GitHub, Jenkins, Maven, and WebSphere or similar application servers. ● Familiarity with SSO, SAML, SOAP, and other partner integration technologies. ● Experience with API security, including usage of API Gateway platforms. ● Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. Preferred Skills ● Knowledge of modern DevOps and CI/CD pipelines. ● Familiarity with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). ● Experience in mentoring junior developers or leading small teams is a plus.