Job Title:  Consultant | Java Springboot Backend | Mumbai | Engineering | Platform Development & Integration

JD for Java Developer

A Java Developer JD includes designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining Java-based applications. Key responsibilities involve writing clean code, troubleshooting bugs, collaborating with teams, ensuring performance, and creating user documentation. The role requires strong object-oriented programming skills and the ability to work on all stages of the software development life cycle (SDLC). 

Key responsibilities

·      Application Development: 

Design, develop, and implement Java-based applications according to user and business requirements. 

·      Coding and Quality Assurance: 

Write efficient, well-documented, and testable code; perform thorough testing and debugging to ensure quality and performance. 

·      Troubleshooting and Maintenance: 

Identify and resolve technical issues, optimize application performance, and provide ongoing maintenance. 

·      Collaboration: 

Work with other developers, stakeholders, and project managers to define objectives and ensure designs meet specifications. 

·      Documentation: 

Create and maintain technical documentation, including user guides and operational manuals. 

·      Continuous Improvement: 

Stay current with new technologies and suggest improvements to existing code and infrastructure. 

Skills and qualifications

·      Core Skills: 

Strong proficiency in Java, object-oriented programming (OOP), and using Java frameworks and libraries (e.g., Spring, Hibernate). 

·      Technical Skills: 

Experience with database architecture, server scripting, and integrating applications with other systems. 

·      SDLC Knowledge: 

Experience working within the software development life cycle, including agile and scrum environments. 

·      Soft Skills: 

Problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work effectively in a team. 

·      Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts: 

Create and maintain test automation scripts using Selenium WebDriver, often integrated with programming languages like Java or Python.

·      Framework implementation: 

Implement and maintain various automation frameworks such as data-driven, keyword-driven, hybrid, or Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) frameworks (e.g., Cucumber).

·      Cross-browser testing: 

Ensure application functionality across different web browsers (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari).

·      API testing: 

Automate testing for Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to validate communication between software components.

·      Debugging and troubleshooting: 

Identify, analyze, and resolve issues in test scripts and application defects.

·      CI/CD integration: 

Integrate automation scripts into Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Docker.

·      Reporting: 

Generate detailed test reports using tools like TestNG, Allure, or Extent Reports to communicate test results and defect status.

·      Collaboration: 

Work closely with development teams, QA engineers, and product managers to understand requirements, identify issues, and ensure software quality.

·      Code review and maintenance: 

Participate in code reviews for automation scripts and maintain existing scripts to reflect application changes.

·      Research and recommendation: 

Continuously research and recommend new tools, technologies, and best practices to enhance the automation process. 

·      Technical skills:

·      Proficiency in Selenium WebDriver.

·      Strong programming skills in a language commonly used with Selenium (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript).

·      Familiarity with test management tools (e.g., Jira, ALM).

·      Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies.

·      Understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git).

·      Soft skills:

·      Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

·      Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·      Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

·      Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

·      Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements.