Java Developer

The Programmer Analyst will work in a team environment to design, implement, and maintain Java based applications for the Tennessee Department of Children's Services, which will primarily be the case management system, the Tennessee Family and Children Tracking Systems (TFACTS). Develops design specifications and/or translates detailed design specs into computer software. Tests, debugs, and refines the computer software to produce the required product. Prepares required documentation, including both program-level and user-level documentation. Troubleshoots and enhances software to reduce operating time or improve efficiency.

A successful candidate for this position the following key skills:

Proficiency in Java, with a good understanding of its ecosystems

Sound knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Patterns and Concepts

Familiarity with different design and architectural patterns

Skill for writing reusable Java libraries

Knowhow Of Java Concurrency Patterns

Basic Understanding of the concepts of MVC (Model-View-Controller) Pattern, JDBC (Java Database Connectivity), and RESTful web services

Experience working with web application frameworks

Relevant Knowledge of Java GUI frameworks such as Struts, according to project requirements

Ability to write clean, readable Java code

Basic Knowhow Of Class Loading Mechanism In Java

Experience in handling external and embedded databases

Understanding basic design principles behind a scalable application

Skilled at creating packages, procedures and functions using PL/SQL

Basic knowledge of JVM (Java Virtual Machine), its drawbacks, weaknesses, and workarounds

Proficiency in JavaScript

Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests

In-depth knowledge of code versioning tools, for instance, Git

Understanding of building tools like Ant, Maven, Gradle, etc

Expertise in continuous integration

Experience with Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information Systems (SACWIS) or Prior State Client experience