Job Overview
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Java Developer with a solid foundation in backend development and a willingness to learn. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Java and related technologies, a strong problem-solving mindset, and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment. This role offers excellent exposure to real-world, scalable projects with guidance from senior developers.
Technical Skills Required
Programming & Backend
- Java (Core Java, Collections, OOP concepts)
- Basic understanding of Spring Framework
- Familiarity with Hibernate (or any ORM)
- Exposure to Kafka is a plus
Database
- MySQL – writing and optimizing basic queries
Frontend Technologies
- HTML5, JavaScript, jQuery, CSS
- ReactJS (basic component-based development)
- Basic understanding of XML / XSL
Tools & Platforms
- Eclipse IDE or any Java IDE
- GitHub – basic version control (commit, push, pull, branching)
- JIRA or similar task tracking tools
- Apache Tomcat
Additional Skills
- Basic understanding of unit testing and debugging
- Eagerness to learn software development best practices
- Ability to read and understand existing codebases
Key Responsibilities
Development & Technical
- Work on assigned modules and features under senior developer guidance
- Write clean, readable, and maintainable Java code
- Debug and resolve issues in assigned tasks
- Participate in unit testing and support QA during testing phases
- Coordinate with senior developers and QA for defect resolution
- Maintain basic technical documentation for assigned work
Planning & Delivery
- Deliver assigned tasks within estimated timelines
- Communicate progress and blockers proactively
- Use JIRA or similar tools to log and update task status