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POSITION SUMMARY
The Java Developer will be a key member of the development and hosting team whose primary responsibility will be the maintenance and further enhancement of Descartes’ Area Planner solutions. The candidate will work in a fast-paced work environment focused on delivering critical features involving leading-edge web technologies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, test and integrate new software products to control and/or support related products.
Create, revise and maintain design/technical documentation.
Responsible for developing, applying and maintaining quality standards.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.
Provide ongoing support of existing production applications.
Maximize productivity and efficiency to meet challenging work goals.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 5 years of computer programming experience, ideally including Java.
Strong problem solving and critical thinking ability as well as an ability to communicate well with others.
University degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering strongly preferred.
Knowledge of object-oriented programming concepts and design patterns as well as commonly used data structures and algorithms.
Strong programming skills and a working knowledge of client/server software development tools and techniques, ideally including some of these technologies: Web Services, Apache Tomcat, Spring, Hibernate, PostgreSQL, and Eclipse RCP/SWT.
It is also nice to have experience working with vehicle routing and scheduling software, or with GIS software involving map data such as road networks.
OFFER
We offer a flexible and casual work environment, as well as mentorship and on-the-job training to support your personal growth. You will have an opportunity to contribute new ideas and we welcome your fresh perspective.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please submit your resume, and a covering letter describing why you are a unique fit for this position, to jobsna@descartes.com citing “Java Developer” in the subject of your message. We thank all applicants for their interest in Descartes; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Agency calls will not be accepted. All final candidates will be required to provide professional references and complete a background check, which will include a criminal background check and may include a credit check and verification of education and previous employment.