Java Developer @ Symplicity

Java Developer

Posted on 2/1/2023

INACTIVE

51-200 employees

Student engagement software

Company Overview

Symplicity's mission is to help institutions connect students with the people, knowledge and experiences they need to launch a successful career.

Locations

Canada

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Agile

JavaScript

JIRA

jQuery

Git

HTML/CSS

Java

Management

SQL

Vue.js

CategoriesNew

Software Engineering

Requirements

An undergraduate degree or college diploma in relevant area
2+ years of employment as a software developer
Development experience with Java, experience with Eclipse IDE
Database experience with SQL Server including design, optimization, administration, and maintenance
An understanding of web technologies (Dynamic HTML, JSPs, AJAX, jQuery, CSS, JavaScript, Vue)
Experience with Spring and Hibernate is preferred
Solid understanding of relational and object-oriented analysis, design and implementation concepts
Experience with JIRA project management an asset
Experience with GitHub, with branching workflows an asset
Experience working in an Agile software development environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
Be flexible and adaptable to adjust to changing requirements as organizational priorities and customer deadlines shift
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing work schedules against deadlines in a high-pressure environment
Attention to detail is a must
A great attitude with the ability to follow direction well
Ability to work both independently as well as in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Strong English communication skills, spoken and written
Ability to learn new libraries and technologies
Demonstrable experience with Java
Database experience with SQL Server
Attention to detail
Be able to read and communicate technical language and concepts effectively

Responsibilities

Responsible for developing and maintaining Orbis products, debugging, trouble shooting and making recommendations based on the business practices of our clients
Work closely with our management team to understand and address client concerns and issues
Work closely under the guidance and direction of our Team Leads, and the executive team to learn Orbis systems and methods
Self-manage your time and look for ways of improving the functionality of the products while offering suggestions for future development
Demonstrate effective and timely communication skills in interpersonal relationships with management team, clients, client support and developers
Other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Spring or another MVC framework
Operational knowledge of Hibernate
Database experience (MSSQL, Oracle, SQL Server), including design, optimization, administration and maintenance
Web technologies (Dynamic HTML, JSPs, AJAX, jQuery, CSS, JavaScript, Vue)
Experience with the Eclipse IDE
Experience with JIRA project management
Experience with GitHub with feature branching workflows

Symplicity & Orbis Communications creates innovative technology solutions for post-secondary institutions. Our team creates and supports technology that is changing how students, employers, community members, and educational institutions connect and interact.

We have a rewarding staff community culture that balances a challenging work environment, with staff wellness, selflessness and a positive social environment. We encourage our staff to participate in a variety of activities and incentivize them to volunteer in their communities, continuously build their skills, and focus on their own wellness through activities like on-site yoga, staff meals, and ongoing team-building activities.

Role & Responsibilities

Responsible for developing and maintaining Orbis products, debugging, trouble shooting and making recommendations based on the business practices of our clients;
Work closely with our management team to understand and address client concerns and issues;
Work closely under the guidance and direction of our Team Leads, and the executive team to learn Orbis systems and methods;
Self-manage your time and look for ways of improving the functionality of the products while offering suggestions for future development;
Demonstrate effective and timely communication skills in interpersonal relationships with management team, clients, client support and developers;
Other duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate:

An undergraduate degree or college diploma in relevant area;
2+ years of employment as a software developer;
Development experience with Java, experience with Eclipse IDE;
Database experience with SQL Server including design, optimization, administration, and maintenance;
An understanding of web technologies (Dynamic HTML, JSPs, AJAX, jQuery, CSS, JavaScript, Vue)
Experience with Spring and Hibernate is preferred;
Solid understanding of relational and object-oriented analysis, design and implementation concepts;
Experience with JIRA project management an asset
Experience with GitHub, with branching workflows an asset
Experience working in an Agile software development environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
Able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies;
Be flexible and adaptable to adjust to changing requirements as organizational priorities and customer deadlines shift;
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while prioritizing work schedules against deadlines in a high-pressure environment;
Attention to detail is a must;
A great attitude with the ability to follow direction well;
Ability to work both independently as well as in a team-oriented, collaborative environment;
Strong English communication skills, spoken and written.

Must Have:

Ability to learn new libraries and technologies
Demonstrable experience with Java
Database experience with SQL Server
Attention to detail
Be able to read and communicate technical language and concepts effectively

Nice to Have:

Experience with Spring or another MVC framework
Operational knowledge of Hibernate
Database experience (MSSQL, Oracle, SQL Server), including design, optimization, administration and maintenance
Web technologies (Dynamic HTML, JSPs, AJAX, jQuery, CSS, JavaScript, Vue)
Experience with the Eclipse IDE
Experience with JIRA project management
Experience with GitHub with feature branching workflows

Symplicity is the market leader in employability solutions. We help companies find talent, we help Higher Ed bridge the skills gap and we help recent college graduates launch their careers. Used by over 30 million students worldwide, our comprehensive suite of products touches the full life cycle of a student. From admission to alumni engagement, Symplicity’s products cover career services, advising, student conduct, campus life as well as housing & residence life. Symplicity is proud to be an equal and diverse Employer.