Java Web Application Developer (Remote)

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Java Web Application Developer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will design, develop, test, and maintain scalable web applications using Java-based technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, product managers, and other developers, to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet business requirements and enhance user experiences., * Design, develop, and maintain web applications using Java, Spring, Hibernate, and other related frameworks.

• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code that adheres to industry standards.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement user-friendly interfaces.
• Integrate third-party APIs and web services into applications.
• Conduct unit testing, debugging, and performance optimization.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues in a timely manner.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and consistency.
• Work closely with product managers to gather and analyze requirements.
• Ensure applications are secure, scalable, and meet performance benchmarks.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and incorporate them into development processes where appropriate., Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, a deep understanding of Java frameworks, and a passion for building robust, efficient, and secure web applications. You should be comfortable working in an agile environment and committed to staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and best practices., * 3-5 years of experience as a Java Web Application Developer or similar role.

• Solid knowledge of Java, Java EE , Spring Framework, Hibernate, and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript / Typescript, and modern frameworks such as Angular or React.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL) and writing SQL queries.
• Experience with Kubernetes to automate the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications (Preferred)
• Experience with Cucumber testing is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies.
• Bachelor's degree (Required)

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

• Application Development (Intermediate): Demonstrates proficiency of programming and other development tasks independently and without support from others for moderate to difficult applications. Has conducted all of the tasks and activities required to complete the applications development phase and participated in the process of fully implementing the system. Able to successfully debug complex routines. In terms of structured programming, has used structured code to produce modules of straightforward logic.
• Applications System Design (Novice): Demonstrates the ability to conduct systems design tasks in a team environment or independently to build or enhance a simple system. Has conducted the basic phases of systems design including preparing design and file specifications, preparing testing, conversion, and implementation plans, designing system architecture and process flows, and preparing program requirements and specifications. Creatively generates multiple potential solutions. In terms of structured systems design, if applicable, has participated in the structured design of one or more conventional, relatively uncomplicated data processing systems as a member of a project team. Is familiar with standard methods for functional decomposition. Has participated in structured design walk-throughs.
• Applications System Analysis (Fundamental Awareness): Has some training in or light exposure to basic systems analysis tasks. Participated in one or more systems analysis tasks such as: collection of documents, user interviews, file analysis, process flow charting, functional process modeling, data modeling, feasibility, prototyping, and evaluating existing systems. Able to analyze information and verify its completeness. If applicable, has knowledge of the concepts of structured functional specifications, modularity and partitioning.
• Applications Development Standards and Procedures (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate knowledge of applications development standards and procedures in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Is attentive to existing applications development standards and procedures, and may recommend improvements to existing applications development standards and procedures within the work area., 2 years

Education: Bachelor's (Required)

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research., HealthIT provides the best health information technology tools that support Vanderbilt University Medical Center's mission of: * Delivering distinctively personalized care * Improving the health care of individuals and communities regionally, nationally and internationally * Providing transformative learning programs * Supporting compelling discoveries Our tools, which form the digital arteries of VUMC, are either developed in-house by our innovative product teams or selected from the most cutting-edge solutions available in today's ever-changing marketplace. Our 500 colleagues provide ongoing support over each product's entire lifespan, ensuring that the tools are meeting the evolving needs of the Medical Center's 24,000 colleagues. Our solutions are driven by the incredible work and research of our colleagues throughout Vanderbilt and supported through a close partnership with VUMC Information Technology (VUMC IT) . The strong collaboration among our teams means that VUMC can respond to clinical and operational issues with agility and innovation. Together, we ensure VUMC remains a leader in its pioneering use of healthcare information technology. Underscoring our entire department are our core values of accountability, transparency and execution , delivered with a strong Partner Promise . Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more. At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.