Java & Angular Developer – Spring, REST APIs & SQL

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Job Summary Synechron is seeking a Java and Angular professional with at least 5+ years of experience in Java software development. The role will develop, maintain, and enhance Java-based applications and systems while contributing to Angular-based user interfaces and full-stack solutions. The position will support business objectives by delivering clean, maintainable, scalable, and reliable software; collaborating with cross-functional teams; resolving technical issues; and applying current Java, Angular, web development, and software engineering practices. Software Requirements Required Strong knowledge of Java and the Java EE platform. Experience using Java 8 or later and current supported Java versions, based on project requirements. Experience with Angular and TypeScript for web application development. Experience with web development frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, or JSF. Knowledge of relational databases and SQL. Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies. Experience with version control systems such as Git. Understanding of RESTful web services. Experience with software development lifecycle practices, including design, development, testing, deployment, maintenance, and support. Ability to write clean, maintainable, scalable, and testable code. Experience participating in code reviews and applying software development standards. Ability to debug and resolve technical issues in a timely manner. Preferred Experience developing Java and Angular applications in enterprise environments. Experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, or related Spring technologies. Experience with Angular components, services, routing, forms, state management, and responsive web interfaces. Knowledge of microservices and distributed application development. Experience with automated testing, continuous integration, and continuous delivery. Familiarity with application performance monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting tools. Knowledge of secure coding practices and web application security. Understanding of efficient application design and responsible use of computing resources. Overall Responsibilities Develop and maintain Java-based applications and systems. Develop and enhance Angular-based user interfaces and web application features. Write clean, maintainable, scalable, and testable code. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop new features and improve existing functionality. Participate in code reviews and ensure that code adheres to applicable industry and project standards. Design and implement RESTful web services and application integrations. Work with relational databases and SQL to support application functionality and data requirements. Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues in a timely manner. Contribute to technical design discussions and software architecture decisions. Participate in Agile ceremonies, planning, estimation, refinement, reviews, and retrospectives. Support application testing, deployment, maintenance, and production issue resolution. Stay up to date with developments in Java, Angular, and related technologies. Identify opportunities to improve code quality, application performance, maintainability, and delivery efficiency. Consider security, scalability, operational efficiency, and sustainability when designing and implementing solutions. Technical Skills (By Category) Programming Languages Essential Java using Java 8 or later and current supported versions as applicable to the project. Strong understanding of Java object-oriented programming principles. Knowledge of Java collections, exception handling, multithreading, and application performance. TypeScript for Angular application development. JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3. Understanding of data structures and algorithms. Ability to write clean, maintainable, scalable, and testable code. Preferred Experience with scripting languages used for automation or development support. Knowledge of modern web development and responsive design practices. Experience applying coding standards, refactoring techniques, and reusable component design. Databases/Data Management Essential Knowledge of relational databases. Strong understanding of SQL, data modeling, and database integration. Experience writing queries and supporting application data-access requirements. Understanding of data integrity, transactions, indexing, and database performance. Preferred Experience with database schema design and query optimization. Knowledge of NoSQL databases. Familiarity with object-relational mapping and data persistence practices. Understanding of data security, backup, and lifecycle considerations. Cloud Technologies Essential Working knowledge of cloud computing concepts and infrastructure. Understanding of application deployment, scalability, availability, monitoring, and configuration in cloud environments. Ability to support Java and Angular application deployment on applicable infrastructure. Preferred Experience deploying Java and Angular applications to cloud platforms. Familiarity with containers, orchestration, managed databases, storage, networking, and identity services. Experience with cloud monitoring, automation, and cost optimization. Understanding of efficient and sustainable cloud resource usage. Frameworks and Libraries Essential Experience with Java web development frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, or JSF. Experience with Angular and TypeScript. Understanding of RESTful web services and API integration. Knowledge of component-based frontend development. Experience with unit testing and integration testing practices. Preferred Experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, or related Spring technologies. Experience with Angular routing, forms, services, directives, components, and state management. Knowledge of ORM frameworks and database connectivity technologies. Familiarity with API gateways, messaging frameworks, or microservices libraries. Development Tools and Methodologies Essential Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies. Experience with Git or equivalent version control systems. Understanding of branching, merging, pull requests, and code review practices. Experience with software development lifecycle processes. Familiarity with issue tracking, project management, and collaboration tools. Experience with code reviews, defect management, testing, documentation, and release processes. Preferred Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Familiarity with build and dependency management tools. Knowledge of automated quality checks, code analysis, and test automation. Experience with application logging, monitoring, and troubleshooting tools. Understanding of software architecture and design patterns. Security Protocols Essential Understanding of secure software development principles. Awareness of authentication, authorization, access control, encryption, and secure data handling. Knowledge of secure RESTful API development. Ability to identify and address common web application security risks. Preferred Experience with application security testing and vulnerability remediation. Familiarity with secure configuration, secrets management, and identity management. Knowledge of security practices for cloud-based Java and Angular applications. Understanding of privacy and regulatory considerations applicable to software development. Experience Requirements At least 5+ years of experience in Java software development. Experience with Java web development frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, or JSF. Experience developing Angular-based web applications. Experience with relational databases and SQL. Experience with Agile software development methodologies. Familiarity with version control systems such as Git. Experience developing and integrating RESTful web services. Experience writing clean, maintainable, scalable, and testable code. Experience participating in code reviews and applying software development standards. Experience debugging and resolving complex technical issues. Experience with software design, application maintenance, testing, deployment, and production support. Experience in enterprise software development, financial services, banking, insurance, or other complex technology environments is preferred. Candidates may also qualify through equivalent practical experience, relevant technical training, certifications, or a portfolio demonstrating Java and Angular development capabilities. Day-to-Day Activities Develop, enhance, test, and maintain Java-based applications, RESTful services, Angular interfaces, and related system components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams through Agile meetings, requirement discussions, design reviews, code reviews, and delivery planning. Investigate and resolve technical issues, contribute to project deliverables, document changes, and support application releases and maintenance. Make implementation decisions within established technical standards, escalate risks when required, and recommend improvements to code quality, performance, security, and maintainability. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered. At least 5+ years of experience in Java software development, including relevant experience with Angular or full-stack web application development. Certifications in Java, Angular, cloud computing, Agile, software architecture, or related technologies are preferred but not mandatory unless required for a project. Complete Synechron-required training related to information security, data protection, software development standards, and responsible technology use. Maintain continuous professional development in Java, Angular, web development, cloud technologies, databases, security, testing, and Agile delivery. Professional Competencies Critical thinking, strong problem-solving, and effective debugging capabilities. Clear written and verbal communication with effective team collaboration. Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet agreed deadlines. Attention to detail in coding, testing, documentation, and code reviews. Adaptability, continuous learning, and willingness to apply evolving Java and Angular practices. Accountability for delivering secure, maintainable, scalable, and reliable software solutions. S​ YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law . Candidate Application Notice