Job Description

Junior Java Developer

Zenius Corporation is seeking to hire a Junior Java Developer. This is an opportunity for an entry-level JAVA Developer on a highly visible, fast-paced program. This position includes collaboration with both technical and non-technical personnel across all project stakeholders. With this role comes an opportunity to learn new technologies and take a position of visibility at key levels within the government.

Work is primarily on-site in Lansdowne, VA (there may be some days remote). There will be meetings with government customers on-site at Fort Detrick in Frederick, Maryland.

A top candidate would be very client-focused. To be a strong team player you must have good communication skills, be proactive in identifying issues and risks, and work with the client and the team to be a trusted advisor. Use your strong analytic skills and ability to solve challenges with technology to make an impact on our government clients' critical missions.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain applications using Java and J2EE technologies.

• Produce efficient, maintainable, reliable code and refactor code as necessary for system enhancements.

• Research, design, develop, and support software systems to meet with user requirements, applying principles and techniques of computer science and analysis. Unit test, debug and maintain the systems.

• Support will include maintenance of several existing system-to-system interfaces with external organizations, develop and prototype of new web services and APIs using technologies such as JSON, REST, and XML to facilitate data exchanges

• Develop advanced queries, create data models and views in PostgreSQL Database

• Work in a dynamic environment utilizing troubleshooting and debugging skills

• Demonstrate flexibility and attention to detail, working in a collaborative team environment using modern software development practices

• Under Lead Developer guidance work to define requirements, research candidate technologies, and support the development of solutions for system enhancements

• Support development by applying Agile principles, including participating in sprint planning, design sessions, development, testing, and deployment

Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship required

• 2-3 years of Java experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science

• Ability to work independently in a team environment

• Highly organized, efficient, and extremely detail-oriented with the ability to think critically and act expeditiously to evaluate situations, make decisions, and solve problems

• Strong oral and written communication skills, and ability to work well with a variety of personalities

• Knowledge of object-oriented analysis and design patterns/techniques with emphasis on Java/J2EE technology

• Knowledge of Agile and Scrum development methodologies

• Ability to quickly learn technologies used on the project:

• Java, J2EE

• Cloud such as Azure, AWS, etc.

• COTS products such as Solr, Tomcat, etc.

• REST web services

• Architectural patterns such as Microservices, SOA, MVC, etc.

• PostgreSQL Database

• Experience with Microsoft Office and ability to create process maps utilizing Visio or other similar software.

• Public Trust Clearance is required.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, Zenius Corporation is a HUBZone-certified small business. Zenius specializes in providing Grants Management, IT Modernization, Acquisition Management, and Financial Management services to Federal agencies. Zenius is selected by Inc 5000 as one of the fastest-growing companies in the DC Metro Area, awarded in 2024, 2021, and 2020. Zenius is also listed by Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas in 2021. Zenius is an awardee of 2019 Best of Leesburg winner (Business Management Consultant category).

BENEFITS

Zenius Corporation is a very employee-oriented company. Join us now and help us grow!

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes paid holidays and paid time off, medical insurance including health, vision, dental insurance, 401K matching, Flexible Spending Account and flexible schedules, as per business needs. We also work with our employees on training and professional certification plans that benefit the employee.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Zenius Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Zenius complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Zenius Corporation expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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