Senior Java Developer

Senior Java Developer

Senior Java Developer


Location: Vienna, VA
Last Updated: 06/02/2010




Job Description:

Merlin International® is one of the fastest growing information technology solutions providers in the country. Founded in 1997, the veteran-owned, privately held business has consistently grown both its revenue and its staff since the company's inception. Based in Englewood, CO, Merlin also has an office in Vienna, VA, that houses its federal operations. Today, Merlin is approximately 100 employees strong, with its seasoned professionals possessing decades of experience - working in the public and private sectors - as well as top-secret security clearances.
Working alongside its system integrator and vendor partners, Merlin provides turn-key IT solutions that solve complex and critical problems while fulfilling mission objectives for federal government agencies and organizations involved in civilian services, defense, intelligence, health care and a variety of other areas.


POSITION SUMMARY: Software developer to play a pivotal role in the design, development and implementation of a large, high visibility system to support one of the largest federal departments.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:




* Perform programming tasks in the Java language utilizing Java J2SE and J2EE class libraries and frameworks, XML, design patterns and web services in a SOA environment.

* Create Java code, understand and enhance existing applications, build application interfaces, build test harnesses, assist in the design and testing phases as well as the core software development lifecycle steps.

* Perform implementation using Agile or RUP software development methodologies.

* Create documentation in code as well as system documentation and assist in the creation of artifacts such as class diagrams, use cases, and other models.

* Create code to interface with underlying databases such as Oracle, and understand SQL as well as object-relational implementation techniques.

* Create code that executes within an application server such as WebLogic and understand the nuances of the application server and its administration.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:



* US PERMANENT RESIDENT STATUS OR CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

* 5 - 10 years experience designing, developing and implementing software using Java.

* Experience with a broad variety of technologies including JSP, Ajax, JSON, XML, POJO, Struts, WS-* standards, XPath, XQuery, web services.

* Strong experience in utilizing Eclipse IDE in an Agile development environment.

* Solid familiarity with the design principles of n-tier applications including WebLogic or similar products.

* Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.



DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:



* Experience integrating FileNet into COTS and/or GOTS products.

* FileNet certification a big plus.



Merlin International® offers a dynamic and collaborative environment for you to perform your most inspired work. We strive to create a workplace that is challenging and fulfilling, providing you with growth opportunities and access to some of the most interesting projects and clients in the information-technology industry.
Merlin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not tolerate discrimination against any applicant for employment because of gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability or age. It is, in fact, Merlin's policy to encourage diversity in hiring, recognizing that such policy enriches the work environment for all Merlin employees.
We believe that a broad variety of perspectives underscore solid decision-making and creativity.