Java, J2EE, JSP, JDBC Developer

Application Programmer will perform application design using OO development methodologies and design patterns and implement application design using component models and Object-Oriented languages (Java).  The Java Application Programmer will evaluate, redesign, refactor, and modify existing program logic to improve overall system performance and maintainability.
Required Skills:
• Significant experience in Object-oriented Analysis and Design, use of standard modeling techniques, design patterns, UML, and Rational Rose or System Architect
• Significant experience in web application development using Java and J2EE technologies (JSP, Servlets, Java Beans, JDBC), XML, Oracle RDBMS
• Experience writing SQL statements for Oracle 11
• Demonstrated technical experience in developing and maintaining solutions for complex business problems involving web applications and large databases
• Experience working with analysts to interpret business requirements and offer, design and implement technical solutions
• Broad knowledge of methodologies, web technologies, technical solutions and their trends
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work independently and part of a team
• Candidate should have 3-5 years of progressive experience in the area of Java based web application development and maintenance

Preferred Skills:
• Experience with RAD 7.x, WSAD,  or Eclipse
• Experience with Rational ClearCase/ClearQuest

Responsibilities:
• Perform application design using OO development methodologies and design patterns
• Implement application design using component models and Object-Oriented languages (Java)
• Evaluate, redesign, refactor, and modify existing program logic to improve overall system performance and maintainability
• Document technical specifications using standard modeling techniques
• Assist in WebSphere security, testing and administration techniques

Security Requirements:
U.S. Department of Commerce Security Clearance required.
The candidate must be able to pass the standard background investigation for government work and must be authorized to work in the United States for at least 2 years preceding the application.