Java Software Engineer

The SOFTWARE ENGINEER in this contract position will research, design, develop and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific and general computing applications. The candidate must have 10+ years of JAVA, as well as knowledge of computer development software as it relates to systems, such as SQL, Visual Basic, etc.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Review and approve the modification of existing databases and database management systems
- Instruct staff to write and code logical and physical database descriptions and specify identifiers of database to management system
- Direct database development and approve project scope and limitations
- Review project requests describing database user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish project
- Plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure
- Approve, schedule, plan and supervise the installation and testing of new products and improvements to computer systems
- Develop standards and guidelines to guide the use and acquisition of software and to protect vulnerable information

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or relevant field required
- 10+ years' experience in JAVA required
- Expert knowledge of the full software development life cycle: from business/systems analysis, through requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery
- Expert ability to troubleshoot issues and make system changes as needed to resolve issue
- Expert knowledge of circuit boards, processors, electronic equipment and computer hardware and software
- Knowledge of computer development software as it relates to systems, such as SQL, Visual Basic, etc.
- Exercises independent judgment with minimal direction from supervisor
- Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills
- Expert ability to work independently and manage one's time
- Expert mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback

This contract position is expected to be 11 months in duration.