Monday, October 05, 2009

GHX - Software Engineer, Sr. Software Engineer

Title: Software Engineer - Java-based web applications
Skills: Web Applications, Java, GWT, JSF, JSP, HTML/DHTML, CSS, JavaScript, Web GUI, XML
Description: Responsible for the analysis, design, programming and unit testing on Web Applications utilizing Java, GWT, JSF, JSP, HTML/DHTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Other duties may include developing testing tools to help ensure code quality, testing B2B software components, developing specifications, and developing supporting documentation. Will work with other engineers, managers, Product Management, QA, and Operations teams to develop innovative solutions that meet company initiatives with respect to functionality, performance, scalability, reliability, realistic implementation schedules, and adherence to development goals and principles.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Analysis, design, and implementation of Java-based web applications.
* User interface design and development
* Contribute to project document reviews, and design/code reviews.
* Adhere to IT Control Policies throughout design, development and testing.
* Incorporate Architectural Standards into application design specifications.
* Generate supporting unit tests as well as system test specifications and implementations.
* Develop scripts to generate automated deployment of developed solutions.
* Develop implementation and troubleshooting guides.
* Work independently with some day-to-day instruction and general direction for new assignments.
* Interact with product owners to verify and clarify requirements and design decisions.
* Work collaboratively and closely with QA in an Agile environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* B.S. in Computer Science or related degree, or a combination of education and related experience
* 3+ years of professional Java development experience
* 3+ years experience in requirements analysis, design, coding and unit testing of scalable, distributed, fault-tolerant applications
* 3+ years experience required in object-oriented design methodology
* Experience with Web Application development utilizing Java, JSF, JSP, HTML/DHTML, CSS, and JavaScript
* Web GUI development experience including extensive interaction with business logic layers
* Experience with using an RDMS, Oracle and/or SQL Server
* Experience with Application Server development, preferably JBOSS
* Experience with MVC architectures
* Knowledge of XML
* Must be able to work independently and as part of a team on multiple overlapping projects
* Strong problem solving and analytical skills
* Strong written and oral communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Experience working as an individual contributor on an Agile team using SCRUM daily standup meetings, burndown charts, sprint planning/retrospectives
* GWT experience
* Portal experience a strong plus
* UNIX experience
* Experience with web services


GHX provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. GHX complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

GHX expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of GHX's employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

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Title: Sr. Software Engineer - Database Applications (Java / J2EE)
Skills: Database Applications, Java, Application Servers, Tomcat, JBoss, JDBC, XML, SQL, Unix, NT, Oracle
Description: Will utilize substantial hands-on experience in building Java database applications. The ideal candidate has knowledge of application servers (preferably Tomcat or JBoss) and web applications. Should be able to own and drive the development of a solution to completion with a high level of quality.

In collaboration with Software Engineers, Business Analysts, and Quality Assurance, will be required to architect, develop, and design applications. The successful candidate will be able to propose, design, and communicate solutions to business problems requiring development across multiple applications.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(1) Designing and developing Java database application solutions,
(2) Analyzing business requirements and working with teammates to formulate supporting design and design documentation,
(3) Supporting and contributing to a Java application framework,
(4) Augmenting implementations with supporting unit tests as well as system test specifications and implementations,
(5) Generate automated deployment of developed solutions,
(6) Mentoring team members,
(7) Understanding the applications and data models developed by this team and other teams so that solutions are optimized for the larger environment rather than just one system,
(8) Promoting collaboration through activities such as design sessions, design reviews, pair programming, etc.,
(9) Developing implementation and troubleshooting guides.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Must possess substantial hands-on experience as an Object Oriented designer, Java programmer, and database application developer. Must also have significant experience with the following technologies:

Core Java, JDBC, XML, SQL, Unix and/or NT.

Demonstrated ability in:

- Database application development, preferably in an Oracle environment
- Complex SQL query design and troubleshooting
- Multi threaded, high availability system development and troubleshooting
- Object Oriented design and implementation
- Understanding and support of a full product life-cycle
- Use of structured design methodologies
- Ability to diagnose performance problems

Other required skills:

- Ability to be self-motivated
- Ability analyze the surrounding environment for clues on how to proceed.
- Ability to complete tasks and produce deliverables within tight time schedules
- Desire to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong analytical skills

PREFERRED SKILLS:

- Web application architecture and design
- Java Servlet / Web MVC development
- UI technologies such as JSP, JSF, and/or GWT
- Data warehouse experience
- Database table design

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- BS Computer Science, related degree, or combination of education and related experience
- 5 or more years of software development experience
- 3 or more years Java development experience

GHX provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. GHX complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

GHX expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of GHX's employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.