Sr Java Developer/ Java Architect

The Sr Java Developer/Java Architect at our Philadelphia-based company is responsible for architecting technical solutions based on high-level functional requirements. You'll collaborate with Systems Architects and client project managers to ensure that the project aligns with client priorities. Implementing development best practices is also key, along with guiding developers through the implementation process to ensure high-quality code delivery.

To thrive as a Sr Java Developer/Java Architect, you should possess 5-10 years of experience designing and developing multi-tiered Java EE applications. Essential skills include expertise in HTML5, RESTful web services, Oracle or SQL Server databases, and familiarity with application servers like IBM WAS or Tomcat. Strong leadership abilities for guiding a development team and excellent interpersonal skills are necessary for effective communication with stakeholders.

Yes, experience in the media and communication industry is highly beneficial for the Sr Java Developer/Java Architect position. It provides an understanding of specific challenges and solutions within that domain, enabling you to craft tailored designs and applications that meet industry standards and customer expectations.

The typical project duration for a Sr Java Developer/Java Architect role at our company is around six months. However, the period can vary based on project scope and client needs, offering opportunities for extended engagement or new projects that align with your career interests.

A Sr Java Developer/Java Architect should be well-versed in development best practices such as Test-Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration (CI), and code quality metrics. Familiarity with Agile methodologies is also advantageous, especially for those involved in iterative development cycles and collaboration within mixed teams.

In answering this question, focus on a specific project where you led the design and implementation of a multi-tiered Java EE application. Discuss the architecture, technologies used, challenges faced, and how you ensured effective collaboration across teams.

Highlight your process for gathering and analyzing functional requirements. Explain how you work with stakeholders, document designs, and communicate these concepts to your development team, ensuring clarity and alignment during implementation.

Discuss your familiarity with various design patterns and how you apply them to solve common software development issues. Provide examples of patterns you've used in past projects and how they improved the application’s scalability and maintainability.

When answering this question, recount a successful project experience where you effectively led a team. Elucidate your leadership style, how you motivated team members, resolved conflicts, and ensured the project adhered to timelines and quality standards.

Explain your approach to maintain coding standards, which can include regular code reviews, creating a style guide for the team, and utilizing tools for static code analysis. Share examples where your strategies led to improvements in code quality.

Discuss tools or methodologies you rely on for task management, such as Agile practices or project management software. Illustrate a time you effectively prioritized tasks amidst competing deadlines, ensuring project continuity.

Share specific challenges encountered while collaborating in a multi-shore environment, such as time zone differences or communication barriers. Discuss strategies you implemented to optimize collaboration and ensure project alignment.

Highlight your techniques for active listening and clear communication. Explain how you structure updates, facilitate meetings, and ensure stakeholders feel engaged and valued throughout the project lifecycle.

Discuss your familiarity with Agile methodologies, your role in Agile teams, and specific Agile practices you have adopted in previous projects. Provide examples of how Agile improved project delivery and responsiveness to change.

Emphasize the significance of testing in ensuring software quality and reliability. Discuss your experience with various testing methodologies, including unit tests, integration tests, and the impact they have on reducing bugs and enhancing user satisfaction.