Java Developer at CityOfNewYork

The Financial Information Services Agency-Office of Payroll Administration (FISA-OPA) has a vacancy for a Java Developer who will provide support of production and development for our Citywide automated time keeping system (CITYTIME). The candidate's primary responsibilities will include building scalable, secure, and robust enterprise-level applications using the Java platform and its associated frameworks. Managing the full software development lifecycle and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions for the City's timekeeping system (CITYTIME) that includes activity and payroll processing, timesheet, roster, status, roll-call functionality, employee profile, leave balance, work schedule, self-care service, and integration between rule-based engine and Java application. Key Responsibilities: - Design and Development: Design, develop, implement, and maintain Java-based applications using the Java EE platform and related technologies. - Collaboration: Work closely with business analysts, architects, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define specifications, and integrate software components into a fully functional system. - Coding and Testing: Write clean, efficient, and testable code, adhering to coding standards and best practices. Conduct unit and integration testing and participate in code reviews to ensure quality. - Performance and Scalability: Ensure high-volume, low-latency performance for mission-critical systems and optimize applications for speed and scalability. - Troubleshooting and Support: Identify bottlenecks, debug applications, troubleshoot production problems, and provide timely resolutions. - Documentation and Improvement: Document technical designs and specifications, and support continuous improvement by researching and presenting new technologies and alternatives. Required Skills and Qualifications: - Proficiency in Java: Strong proficiency in the Java programming language and an in-depth understanding of Java/JEE internals (class loading, memory management, transaction management). - Frameworks and Technologies: Hands-on experience with MVC frameworks and ORM technologies. Willing to learn new frameworks and tools. - Web Technologies: Experience with web services and API development. - Databases: Knowledge of relational databases and proficiency in SQL. - Development Methodologies and Tools: Familiarity with Agile methodologies, version control systems, and build tools like Ant. - Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment. Additional Information P-446 The City of New York offers a comprehensive set of benefits and programs to employees, including health insurance, pension plan, Deferred Compensation Plan (with 457, 401K and Roth IRA options), pre-tax Commuter Benefit program, pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts programs and more. Additional benefits such as prescription drug coverage, dental benefits, vision care benefits and more are also available through District Council 37 – Local 2627, the union that represents employees in this title. To Apply Applicants may visit the Jobs NYC website: www.nyc.gov/jobs and apply to Job ID: 779128. While all complete applications will be given consideration, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Hours/Shift 35 hours Weekly/Day. Work Location 5 Manhattan West, NY, NY IT PROJECT SPECIALIST - 95710