Applications Developer I

Major Responsibilities

• Code, test, deploy, and document software applications
• Self-document unit test plans
• Participate in code reviews
• Troubleshoot issues and participate in root cause analysis
• Take ownership and be accountable for assigned work
• Collaborate and interact effectively and respectfully within the team
• Provides operational support of key applications inclusive of off-hour needs

Skills/Knowledge Required

• Knowledge of programming and development concepts
• Programming experience with Java EE
• Basic understanding of object-oriented programming
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment

Required Experience

• Strong quantitative, analytical, troubleshooting, problem solving skills
• Demonstrates a courteous and respectful attitude when communicating with others
• Naturally inquisitive - demonstrates visible desire to engage and learn

Behavioral Competencies

• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Collaborate and interact effectively and harmoniously within the team
• Demonstrate aptitude to learn modern technologies / frameworks

Desired Experience

• 6 months – 1 year work experience in large ($1B or greater) corporate environments
• Secure webservices - Apache Tomcat and IBM WebSphere
• REST services / Angular / SPRING boot framework
• Database (Oracle / DB2 / SQL Server / MongoDB / stored procedures)
• Object Relational Mapping (ORM) specifications (Spring Data, JPA, Hibernate)
• Technical certification.

Education

• BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience in related field

Benefits:

• Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401k with matching
• Company Holidays
• Overtime Pay for hourly employees
• Paid Vacation, Floating Holidays, and Sick Time
• Maternity and Parental leave benefits
• Employee discount
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

ESSENDANT Inc. is a leading national distributor that fuels its customers growth with a vast product assortment, world-class fulfillment network and a full suite of advanced sales and marketing tools. We strive for more than just success – we believe in building partnerships with our customers and our employees. Our business wouldn’t be thriving without our hardworking team members. We value all they bring to our company and offer a work environment that fosters training, mentoring and personal growth. We are one team with endless possibilities. We are Essendant.

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ABOUT ESSENDANT

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