Senior Java Database Developer - 0122 SS #11

Location: Alpharetta, GA (Hybrid – minimum 3 days onsite)
Contract Duration: 6–12 Months

We are seeking an experienced Senior Java Database Developer to support a strategic reporting and data-driven application environment. This role involves hands-on development, database optimization, and system integration, with a strong focus on scalability, performance, and reliability. The ideal candidate is a seasoned engineer who enjoys mentoring others and working in Agile delivery models.

• Act as a senior Java developer supporting a strategic reporting platform.
• Design and deliver robust, scalable, and high-quality technical solutions aligned with business needs.
• Perform hands-on coding, unit testing, and code reviews.
• Ensure application architecture and integration designs align with enterprise platform standards and long-term strategies.
• Collaborate closely with Agile teams and IT partners to ensure smooth and timely delivery.
• Develop a strong understanding of financial products, services, processes, and organizational workflows to recommend optimal solutions.
• Stay informed on industry trends, regulatory considerations, risk controls, and compliance requirements.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level developers.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• 12+ years of experience building enterprise-scale, server-side applications using Java/J2EE.

• Strong expertise in:

• Multithreading and concurrency

• JVM fundamentals (memory management, garbage collection, performance tuning)
• Spring Framework

• Extensive experience with Relational Databases (RDBMS) and advanced SQL, including:

• Joins, subqueries, indexing

• Query optimization and performance tuning
• Experience with Snowflake or other cloud data warehouses (strong plus).

• Proficient with Linux/Unix environments, including:

• Shell scripting

• Log analysis
• Process monitoring

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines using tools such as:

• Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps

• Git-based version control
• Build tools: Maven, Gradle
• Understanding of application deployment and runtime environments

• Exposure to containerization technologies such as Docker (preferred).
• Kubernetes experience is a plus.
• Experience with cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Messaging systems: Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture.

• Knowledge of application security best practices, including:

• OAuth2, JWT, SSO, SAML concepts

• Experience in performance optimization and troubleshooting production systems.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Comfortable working independently and in collaborative, team-based environments.
• Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.