Java Software Developer

Location: Atlanta
Status: Contract
Compensation: $55.00 per hour
Education Level: Not Specified

Our client is seeking a Software Developer for a 3+ month contract to hire position in Atlanta, GA. The Software Developer is responsible for the development, testing, maintenance, and support of software applications, feature, or systems. The individual in this role works with some guidance to develop new software or enhance existing systems, while ensuring that changes work in conjunction with other part of the overall system. The Developer programs software code changes using appropriate programming languages, performs unit and integration testing, and assists in software releases. The Developer also provides support and troubleshooting for software systems and performs analysis for the implementation of future products and/or upgrade.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Remains flexible to the ever-changing needs of the customers and the industry.
- Identifies and addresses the problems with a given design. Correctly handles unexpected exceptions of program code to fit the needs of each project.
- Identifies errors through code review, makes appropriate changes, and rechecks the program to ensure desires results are produced.
- Thoroughly documents the design, direction and additions to a program making it easier for others to support and understand in the future.
- Comes up to speed on a new project quickly and independently.
- Understands all knowledge areas of software development (as defined by SWEBOK), including requirements, design, construction, testing, maintenance, configuration management, quality, tools, and methods.
- Works constructively with others and helps develop a positive group environment.
- Establishes positive working relationships with technical project members.
- Consistently utilizes logic when develop a test plan; recognizes potential bugs of defects before they happen.
- Understands and integrates industry needs, software development life-cycles, and technological solutions.
- Ensures best practices are followed, along with company and departmental policies and procedures.
- Effectively caters language to the intended audience; carefully explains ambiguous information and checks for understanding.
- Remains comfortable with unfamiliarity and actively conducts research to remain up-to-speed on a variety of projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:
- B.S. Degree in computer science, information systems, or related area, or equivalent work experience
- At least 2-4 years software development experience in specific area (eg, Java/Web Services, etc.); experience writing SQL queries and accessing databases (eg, Oracle, MySQL, etc.); experience with source code control product (eg, CVS, Subversion, SourceSafe, etc.); experience with tuning performance of application code or data access; experience with development methodologies (eg, Agile, SCRUM, etc.)
- Strong communication and problem solving skills required. Ability to think analytically, make decisions, and continuously improve and innovate. Candidates must also have functional and technical expertise, have consistency and quality in their work, and work well in teams.

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience programming in Java
- Familiarity with web service products (eg XML, XSLT, Spring-WS, JAXB, SOAP, REST).
- Experience with messaging technologies (JMS).
- Experience with ESB/SOA technologies (eg Tibco ESB/Active Matrix/Business Works, Sonic ESB, and Apache Service Mix) a plus.
- Experience with Java web frameworks (Struts, Spring, JavaSF, etc.) a plus.
- Familiarity with HTML, JavaScript, and CSS, including Ajax and JSON) a plus.
- Familiarity with the jive framework a plus.
- Experience with Scripting languages (eg UNIX, DOS, Awk, regular expressions, Jython, etc.) a plus.
- Experience with operating systems (eg Linux, UNIX, Windows, etc.)
- Experience with database query tools (eg SQuirreL, DBVisualizer, etc.)
- Experience with development IDEs (eg, Eclipse, Netbeans, etc.)
- Experience with database design and access using SQL
- Experience with application Servers and J2EE containers and their configuration (eg Tomcat, Glassfish, etc.)
- Experience with web Servers and their configuration (eg, Apache)
- Experience with unit testing and build tools (eg, junit, ant, maven, etc.)
- Experience with code analysis tools (eg, pmd, checkstyle, etc.)
- Experience with performance analysis and load testing tools (eg, Eclipse TPTP, SoapUI, jMeter, etc.)
- Java certification a plus

Great position, apply with MATRIX today!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

- Client will not accept subcontractors

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- XML
- Web Services
- Agile (Scrum)
- MySQL
- Software Development
- Oracle
- SOAP
- CVS
- Java

BENEFITS/PERKS

- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- and Life Insurance for Full-time W2 Consultants. Supplemental Disability and Long-Term Care Insurance
- Dependent Care Assistance. 401(k) with Roth feature. Free E-learning Courses

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