Lead Front End Java Developer

at  Raymond James Financial Inc

Lead Front End Java Developer-2402164
Description
This position will follow our hybrid work model, we expect the selected candidate to be in office 4 days a week at the St. Petersburg, FL Corporate office location.

JOB SUMMARY:

This role will support new development for our Securities Center application suite, and will build the front end for fixed income, corporate actions, and mutual funds applications. As part of a development technology team, the team member analyzes business requirements and problems and drives research to design quality technical solutions. The candidate will be involved in portions of the full systems life cycle (based on experience/skills) and is responsible for designing, coding, testing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting application software that is delivered on time and within budget. Handles complex problems independently and demonstrates analytical thinking. Is able to make judgments and recommendations based on the analysis and interpretation of data.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Top-class Angular developer who can design and build a streamlined application to company specifications
• Five (5) years of experience writing complex front-end applications using Angular or similar frameworks
• In-depth understanding of JavaScript, TypeScript HTML5, and CSS
• The ideal candidate will also have strong experience with Java, Spring Boot, and Hibernate
• Leads or participates in assigned projects, including assigning tasks, coordinating efforts, and monitoring performance.
• Obtains and evaluates information on factors such as reporting formats required, costs, and security needs to determine hardware configuration.
• Writes and/or reviews system specifications, including output requirements and flow charts.
• Assists in preparing project plans using project management tools.
• Reviews test results; documents test activities, and records remedial actions.
• Ensures proper analysis of problems and programming approaches to prevent rework and schedule slippage.
• Extensive knowledge of theoretical software engineering

EDUCATION/PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Business or related degree and five (5) years of relevant experience or a combination of education, training and experience approved by HR.

• Analyzes system requirements, including identifying program interactions and appropriate interfaces between impacted components and sub-systems.
• Makes recommendations towards the development of new code or to reuse of existing code.
• May recommend new technologies and methodologies to management for meeting business needs, resolving problems and exploiting opportunities. Remains current with new technologies.
• Participates in software system testing and validation procedures, programming and documentation.
• Provides technical advice and assists in solving programming problems.
• Ensures proper analysis of problems and programming approaches to prevent rework and schedule slippage.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Work on bug resolution and application improvements, such as performance and maintainability.
• Participate actively in discussions, presentations and decisions about front-end development and application design.
• Experience in the following areas: project management, enterprise implementation, leadership experience, strategic planning, business acumen, application development, and change management.
• May occasionally work a non-standard shift, including nights and/or weekends and/or have on-call responsibilities.
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