Role description
Senior Java Developer
The Role
UST is searching for an experienced Senior Java Developer with 7-10+ years of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and implementing scalable enterprise applications using Java technologies.
What You'll Do
• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade Java applications and Microservices.
• Build scalable REST APIs and integrate with third-party services.
• Develop and maintain Kafka-based messaging systems for real-time data processing.
• Implement secure and high-performance applications using Spring Security and Spring Boot.
• Create and manage CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Docker.
• Optimize database queries and improve application performance.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and production support activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile environments.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines.
This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.
What You Need
• Experience Range: 7-10+ Years
• 7+ years of experience in Java application development.
• Strong experience with Java 8/11/17, Spring Framework, and enterprise application development.
• Hands-on experience with:
• Spring Boot
• Spring MVC
• Spring Security
• Spring IOC
• Spring AOP
• Hibernate/JPA
• Experience in designing and developing RESTful Web Services and Microservices architecture.
• Strong knowledge of Kafka for real-time messaging, event-driven architecture, and stream processing.
• Experience with Docker and Jenkins for CI/CD pipeline implementation and deployment automation.
• Strong understanding of Microservices design patterns and distributed systems.
• Experience in data analysis and data-driven solutions using SQL.
• Proficiency in database design, query optimization, and performance tuning.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Hands-on experience with JIRA for sprint planning, tracking, and defect management.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience with Kubernetes/OpenShift.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools such as Splunk, ELK, Grafana, or Prometheus.
• Familiarity with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and automated testing frameworks.
Location & Compensation
Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.
Role Location: Bentonville, Arkansas
Compensation Range: $94,000-$141,000
Benefits
Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.
Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.
Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).
All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.
