Sr. J2EE Application Developer - Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC)

Position Information





Functional TitleSr. J2EE Application Developer


Recruitment Category TypeStandard


Functional CategoryInformation Technology


GradeIT.9


FLSA StatusExempt


Requisition Number24-0307


Number of Vacancies1


Job LevelNon-Management


Job CodeN/A


Job Description Summary


Organization NameIT Application Services


Reports toSection Manager, Application Development Solutions


Full or Part TimeFull Time


If Part Time how many hours per week


Regular or TemporaryRegular


Position End Date (if temporary)


Work Schedule

8am-5pm; M-F



Position LocationLaurel





Position Summary Information





General Summary

This is a non-merit system, employment-at-will, long-term contract position.



TheSr. J2EE Application Developeris responsible for designing/configuring the functionality for Java Enterprise Edition (Java EE or J2EE) applications, including web and mobile applications that are used by WSSC Water to support the organization’s day to day operations. Specific duties include developing and maintaining applications, working closely with the database and networking teams, systems analysis, developing and modifying highly complex programming procedures, testing, debugging, verification, documentation, systems installation, and the solution of mathematical, engineering, scientific, or business problems for a water utility.



Essential Functions


+ Develops and maintains J2EE applications









+ Migrates Legacy applications to J2EE platform







+ Develops web client interfaces







+ Provides operational support for existing J2EE and non J2EE applications







+ Analyzes, designs, codes, tests, debugs, documents, and maintains applications and application enhancements







+ Develops and adheres to standard SDLC methodologies to produce project results that are measurable and delivered on time and within budget







+ Develops and adheres to team project standards for development including tools, platforms, methodology, and controls to ensure efficiency, quality, and consistency







+ Prepares detailed software specifications and test plans







+ Performs quality assurance reviews







+ Provides program and system level time/cost estimates







+ Evaluates and modifies various COTS products, i.e., Moodle and Remedy to obtain optimal configuration for WSSC Water environment







+ Provides technical documentation updated to the latest enhancement or release







+ Assists in reviewing current technical architecture, including design patterns and development methodologies




Other Functions


+ Assists with defining and meeting business requirements









+ Serves as project leader for small initiatives







+ Works with various business sections and IT sections for their configuration/development needs







+ Guides less experienced programmers







+ Works with legacy systems and other system migrations







+ Effectively reports on application development







+ Performs other duties as required




Work Environment And Physical Demands

Business casual office environment



Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities


+ Excellent web design skills









+ Strong communication skills with ability to document and troubleshoot problems and communicate with business and technical personnel at all levels







+ Strong analytical and organizational skills







+ Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks







+ Ability to handle various COTS products configuration and administration







+ Knowledge of Java Persistence API or ORM (Hibernate)







+ Knowledge of an application server such as WebSphere, WebLogic, JBOSS , or Tomcat







+ Knowledge of Spring Framework







+ Knowledge of an integrated development environment ( IDE ) such as Rational Application Developer, Eclipse, or IntelliJ, or others







+ Knowledge of Java Server Faces ( JSF )







+ Knowledge of HTML5







+ Knowledge of Bootstrap or CSS







+ Knowledge of Node.js, Angular, or React




Minimum Education, Experience Requirements


+ Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years’ experience in application and web systems development using the following:


+ Java EE or J2EE


+ SQL database server (such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PL/ SQL )


+ Web Client development






+ 2+ years of development experience with SOAP or REST frameworks




OR





+ High School diploma (or equivalent) and 10+ years’ experience in application and web systems development using the following:


+ Java EE or J2EE


+ A SQL database server (such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PL/ SQL )


+ Web Client development




+ 2+ years of development experience with SOAP or REST frameworks




Additional Requirements

Must be available, if required, on a 24-hour on-call basis and work at odd and irregular hours



Preferences


+ Experience using Apache Tomcat









+ Certification in Java or J2EE or Mobile Application Development







+ Application development experience for mobile technology (either Android or iOS)







+ Application development experience with React, Angular or Python







+ Experience with e-commerce applications







+ Experience with applications supporting water utility and plant operations




Salary$102,866 - $174,873





Posting Detail Information





EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.



Close Date07/19/2024


Open Until FilledNo


Special Instructions to Applicants


Additional Information

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.






Supplemental Questions


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+ * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?


+ Yes


+ No




+ Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?


+ Yes


+ No





Applicant Documents

Required Documents


+ Resume


Optional Documents