TalEx is partnering with a government services provider to identify a Senior Java Engineer for a contract to hire role located in Fairfax, VA.  There may be an opportunity to work in a DC location as well if approved.  This individual will provide IT support for a Federal client for their software applications and systems in a collaborative environment. Our client has co-located Agile teams that work together with their clients to build high quality solutions. The Senior Java Developer designs, modifies, develops, writes, and implements software programming applications. Supports software applications. Participates in the testing process through test review and analysis and certification of software. This team is handling new development and enhancements for Homeland Security and supporting a very exciting Biometrics project.

Responsibilities

• Works well within an agile development team.
• Researches, designs, and develops software systems.
• Designs application objects that work together to produce desired product.
• Ensures that completed objects provide all functionality described by application experts to ensure that performance guidelines are met.
• Develops level-of-effort estimates for enhancements and new features.
• Works with other team members to develop a complete and integrated solution; and to deliver quality software and required documentation on time.
• Develops and executes Test Driven Development tests, integration tests, automated testing.
• Works with agile teams to refine requirements and to identify areas for enhancement.
• Monitors and maintains production systems.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and implementing software solutions using advanced programming languages, i.e. Java and C#. (Experience with the following is a plus: J2EE, MVC, ICAM, XSL, XML, JSP, JBOSS, Oracle 11g, Spring, Apache, and Web Service Development.)
• Experience developing and implementing software designs to solve business problems and produce high quality architecture artifacts with attention to detail.
• Experience coding, testing, and debugging programs based on requirements.
• IT experience in agile Full Life Cycle development, to include: system design architecture, development, maintenance, and support in an agile development environment.
• Experience with SOA & SCRUM.
• Good analytical skills.
• Good documentation and communication skills.