Mid-Level Java API Developer

Job Title: Mid- Level Java API Developer

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Type: Permanent Full Time

Work Model: Onsite

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and implement APIs, microservices, and backend components.
• Collaborate with development teams to build and enhance API features at scale.
• Improve API standards, performance, and service quality.
• Develop and unit test Java-based RESTful services that integrate with external systems.
• Utilize DevOps tools including Jenkins, uDeploy, Git, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Review technical design documents and provide feedback on solutions, estimates, and implementation approaches.
• Create technical designs for new applications and enhancements to existing systems.
• Translate business and functional requirements into scalable system designs.
• Prioritize work effectively and meet project deadlines.
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, architects, developers, and external partners.
• Research and recommend frameworks, libraries, and tools to streamline development efforts.
• Participate in Agile development processes and code reviews.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in Java/J2EE development.
• Strong experience with REST APIs, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, XML, JSON, and Swagger/OpenAPI.
• 4+ years of experience developing and consuming SOAP and REST web services in production environments.
• Experience building APIs and microservices in large-scale enterprise environments.
• Experience with OpenShift, containerization, and microservices architecture.
• 3+ years of experience using GitHub, Jenkins, and CI/CD tools.
• Knowledge of front-end technologies such as Node.js and Angular (version 8+ preferred).
• Experience with Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, and MongoDB.
• Experience integrating Java applications with Oracle and/or SQL Server databases.
• Hands-on experience developing secure REST APIs and implementing application security best practices.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies and Agile practices.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Enterprise application development experience.
• Experience working in highly regulated or large-scale environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and performance optimization capabilities.
• Exposure to cloud-native technologies and modern application architecture patterns.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ref: #404-IT Pittsburgh