City Of New York

Java Developer

City Of New York$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong proficiency in Java programming and in-depth understanding of Java/JEE internals.
  • Hands-on experience with MVC frameworks and ORM technologies.
  • Experience in web services and API development.
  • Knowledge of relational databases and SQL proficiency.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and version control systems.
  • Preferred experience with Fair Isaac's Blaze Advisor rule engine.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, implement, and maintain Java-based applications using Java EE.
  • Collaborate with business analysts and cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define specifications.
  • Write clean and efficient code, conduct unit and integration testing, and participate in code reviews.
  • Optimize applications for high-volume, low-latency performance and scalability.
  • Debug applications, troubleshoot production issues, and provide timely support.
  • Document technical designs and specifications, and promote continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance and prescription drug coverage.
  • Pension plan with retirement savings options including 457, 401K, and Roth IRA.
  • Pre-tax Commuter Benefit program and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Dental and vision care benefits available.
  • Union representation providing additional support and benefits.
Full Job Description
The NYC Financial Information Services Agency-Office of Payroll Administration (FISA-OPA) has a vacancy for a Java developer who will provide support of production and development for our citywide automated timekeeping system (CITYTIME). The candidate's primary responsibilities will include: Building scalable, secure, and robust enterprise-level applications using the Java platform and its associated frameworks. Managing the full software development lifecycle and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions for the City's timekeeping system (CITYTIME) that includes: activity and payroll processing; timesheet, roster, status, and roll-call functionality; employee profile, leave balance, work schedule, self-care service, and integration between rule-based engine and Java application. Key Responsibilities - Design and Development: Design, develop, implement, and maintain Java-based applications using the Java EE platform and related technologies. - Collaboration: Work closely with business analysts, architects, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define specifications, and integrate software components into a fully functional system. - Coding and Testing: Write clean, efficient, and testable code, adhering to coding standards and best practices. Conduct unit and integration testing and participate in code reviews to ensure quality. - Performance and Scalability: Ensure high-volume, low-latency performance for mission-critical systems and optimize applications for speed and scalability. - Troubleshooting and Support: Identify bottlenecks, debug applications, troubleshoot production problems, and provide timely resolutions. - Documentation and Improvement: Document technical designs and specifications, and support continuous improvement by researching and presenting new technologies and alternatives. Required Skills and Qualifications - Proficiency in Java: Strong proficiency in the Java programming language and an in-depth understanding of Java/JEE internals (classloading, memory management, transaction management). - Frameworks and Technologies: Hands-on experience with MVC frameworks and ORM technologies. Willing to learn new frameworks and tools. - Web Technologies: Experience with web services and API development. - Databases: Knowledge of relational databases and proficiency in SQL. - Development Methodologies and Tools: Familiarity with Agile methodologies, version control systems, and build tools like Ant. - Working experience with Fair Isaac's Blaze Advisor rule engine is preferred. - Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment. Additional Information P561 The City of New York offers a comprehensive set of benefits and programs to employees, including health insurance, pension plan, Deferred Compensation Plan (with 457, 401K and Roth IRA options), pre-tax Commuter Benefit program, pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts programs and more. Additional benefits such as prescription drug coverage, dental benefits, vision care benefits and more are also available through District Council 37 - Local 2627, the union that represents employees in this title. To Apply External applicants please visit https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov/ to apply to Job ID # 799588. Current NYC employees may apply via Employee Self Service (ESS). While all complete applications will be given consideration, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by FISA-OPA. Hours/Shift 35 hours Weekly/Day IT INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER - 95714 Qualifications 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in computer science, engineering or a related field and four years of satisfactory full-time experience related to datacenter engineering and operations, cloud engineering and operations, complex IT infrastructure engineering; or, 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and eight years of satisfactory full-time experience related to datacenter engineering and operations, cloud engineering and operations, complex IT infrastructure engineering; or, 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above.

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