Back End Developer

As a Java Backend Developer at our company in Plano, TX, you'll be responsible for analyzing user needs, designing and developing applications using enterprise Java technology stacks, and implementing technical solutions in Agile teams. Your role will include creating Proofs of Concept and models, developing complex code, and collaborating with product owners to enhance application capabilities. Additionally, you'll focus on system performance monitoring and continuous improvement of software engineering practices.

To qualify for the Java Backend Developer role at our company in Plano, TX, candidates must hold at least a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Candidates should also have a minimum of 12 years of experience in backend development, particularly in banking or finance. Proficiency in Java, J2EE, Spring, Microservices, and databases such as Oracle and PostgreSQL is essential, along with knowledge of cloud technologies like AWS.

In the role of Java Backend Developer at our Plano, TX location, you'll primarily use Java and J2EE along with frameworks like Spring and Spring Boot. The technology stack also includes RESTful services, Microservices, and databases such as Oracle and MongoDB. Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS and DevOps tools such as Jenkins and Git will also be crucial for this position.

Yes, the Java Backend Developer position in Plano, TX offers a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility for remote work on Mondays and Fridays, while requiring in-office attendance on Tuesdays through Thursdays. This balance helps foster collaboration while also providing the convenience of working from home.

Applicants for the Java Backend Developer position can expect a comprehensive interview process that includes a one-hour Zoom video interview with tech leads. During the interview, candidates will have the opportunity to showcase their skills through a coding demonstration and discuss their previous experience in backend development. It’s a great chance to highlight how your expertise aligns with the goals of our company.

When answering this question, detail your experience with Java in backend development, including specific projects you've worked on, the technologies you utilized, and any frameworks like Spring that you implemented. Highlight examples where you've resolved complex coding issues or optimized application performance.

In your response, outline your systematic approach to debugging. Discuss using tools like JUnit for unit testing, leveraging logs for insights, and your strategies for isolating issues within the code. Providing a specific example of a challenge you faced and how you resolved it can also enhance your answer.

Here, explain the principles behind Microservices architecture, emphasizing its benefits in creating independent and scalable services. Discuss any relevant experience you've had designing Microservices and how you ensured effective communication between them.

Provide a detailed account of a project that utilized Spring Boot, focusing on your role, the challenges you faced, and the outcomes of the project. Highlight any measurable improvements or feedback received that reflects the project's success.

Discuss your methods for keeping current with Java development trends, such as attending industry conferences, participating in online forums, subscribing to tech blogs, or taking online courses. Showing an eagerness to grow and learn is a positive trait in candidates.

List the CI/CD tools you are familiar with, such as Jenkins, Git, or Docker, and explain how you've effectively utilized them in past projects. Share specific examples of how these tools improved your workflow and project delivery timelines.

In your answer, describe your experience working in Agile teams, your role in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives. Emphasize the importance of collaboration, communication, and how you've adapted to feedback from team members.

Discuss the core principles of designing for scalability, such as efficient database queries, a robust architecture that accommodates increased loads, and leveraging cloud infrastructure. Share experiences where scalability was a key focus in your projects.

Talk about your methods for ensuring code quality, such as conducting peer reviews, writing unit tests, and following best coding practices. Share a specific incident where maintaining code quality led to improved project outcomes.

Provide insight into a particular challenge you've encountered in backend development, whether it was scaling an application, integrating with third-party services, or overcoming performance bottlenecks. Emphasize the steps you took to address these challenges and the lessons learned.