Java API Developer

Mission Focus: As a member of our solutions delivery team, you will have the unique opportunity to work on programs advancing the most critical government systems. NT Concepts is seeking an experienced API Java/Python Developer, Mid for an exciting data transformation opportunity within our Intel Community., As a Mid-Level Java Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications, with a focus on data integration and backend services.

• Software Development: Create maintainable, adaptable, and scalable code using software development best practices (e.g., software reuse, refactoring, continuous integration, test automation, TDD, static code analysis, and peer/code review).
• Data Integration & ETL: Provide Java coding in support of extract, transform, and load (ETL) processes. Create and maintain scripts, stored procedures, and other logic to create, update, and delete data.
• API Development: Develop RESTful APIs and microservices to enable secure and efficient system communication and synchronize business data between multiple endpoints.
• Data Ingest: Configure and manage data ingest components in a cloud platform, such as Apache Kafka, NiFi, FTP, or an API gateway.
• Database Management: Design and implement schema changes, manage indexes, and alter data objects to optimize performance. Utilize SQL (e.g., SAP/Sybase, PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases for data storage and retrieval.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Communicate with data owners and conduct research/analysis on data sets to prepare ingest strategies based upon data structure, size, frequency, and other sharing requirements.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with frontend developers, product managers, and QA teams in an Agile environment to define requirements and ensure seamless integration and functionality.

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2-5 years of relevant experience using Java, JavaScript, or other languages for the creation of API-based software.
• Clearance: Active TS/SCI with CI Poly clearance required.
• Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Java, with experience in frameworks such as Spring Boot.
• Experience with JavaScript.
• Strong understanding of API architectural styles (REST, GraphQL, SOAP) and tools (e.g., Postman, Swagger UI).
• Experience with data integration, including ETL processes and data ingest tools (e.g., Apache Kafka, NiFi).
• Experience with SQL (e.g., SAP/Sybase) and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum development methodologies and software development best practices (TDD, CI/CD).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 10-15 pounds at times.