Software Engineer

Are you a Software Engineer looking to join one of the top companies in the Banking Industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have experience in systems analysis/application development?

If you answered yes to those three questions, then apply today!

Acara Solutions seeks highly qualified candidates to work Remotely with our client in, NY. Interested?

Here's what you'd do:

• Provides designs, specifies information systems solutions, and provides the highest-level technical direction in the development of new or existing applications to solve basic to complex problems or enhancements.
• Serves as a principal application designer for critical components and major modifications, effectively using analytical and technical skills, available technology, and tools in the evaluation of client requirements and processes.
• Provides solutions that are technologically sound.
• Often directs and monitors the activities of less experienced personnel.
• Complete and oversee the most complex systems analysis, design, and development efforts. Play a key role as a leader and individual contributor on complex projects.
• Provide the highest level of analytical consulting and leadership in identifying and implementing new uses of information technologies to assist the client areas and clients in meeting their short-term business goals and long-term strategic objectives.
• Direct and monitor less experienced resources and coordinate development tasks for any scope project.
• Prepare and manage the technical component of project plans.
• Confer with other Development, operations, and Technology staff on the overall direction of systems development, from technical analysis to user acceptance testing.
• Prepare and review test data and execute detailed test plans.
• Complete any required debugging.
• Evaluate and understand highly complex interrelationships and effects among programs, interfacing applications, and platforms.
• Prepare thorough, clear technical and functional specifications and update systems documentation.
• Prepare charts, tables, and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems.
• Review documentation prepared by less experienced staff.
• Prepare and review assessments to include needed tasks, estimated time frames, and effort for any scope project.
• Maintain efficient operation and effectiveness of supported applications.
• Recommend new technology, policies, or processes to benefit the organization and improve deficiencies.
• Lead or participate in technical evaluations of vendor software.
• Follow and promote the use of development standards and procedures.
• Maintain a high level of technical aptitude and expert working knowledge of the supporting application(s), development environments, and the supported client environment.
• Assist in developing expense and capital budgets.
• Monitor team member performance and may prepare annual appraisals.
• Understand and adhere to the Company's risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with its Risk Appetite.
• Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the client's brand.
• Maintain client internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points and any issues raised by external regulators, as applicable.
• Complete other related duties or projects as required, which include playing a lead role in due diligence, cost/benefit analysis, or business study activities.
• The position works under the supervision of Technology management.
• The job holder is competent to work independently on all high level systems analysis and technical phases of development.
• The position is capable of managing the activities of others on any scope project and often leads project activities.
• The job holder monitors staff performance on assigned projects, evaluating their overall abilities and effectiveness in completing projects within schedules.
• The position participates in the development of less experienced staff.
• The position interacts with senior management, other technology personnel, clients, and vendors.
• The job holder provides backup to higher management as needed and can be called upon to serve as a technical representative on committees and ad-hoc projects.
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining applications utilizing Java and the Spring Boot framework 3.x+.
• Designing and implementing RESTful APIs within a microservices architecture.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest Spring Boot features and best practices, and suggesting improvements to the codebase or development processes.
• Connecting applications to databases, using Spring Data JPA and data access technologies.
• Setting up and configuring FileNet P8 environments, setting up roles, proxy objects, document classes, and search templates.

Here's what you'll get:

Pay: $53.20 - $88.65 / hr.

Hours: 40 hrs/Week.

Length: Contract (12 months).

Sound like a good fit?

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About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

• High School Diploma or GED with 8 years of experience.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in systems analysis/application development.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in presenting to the target audience.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in coordinating between Applications and business units.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in recommending and implementing system solutions.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in driving project milestones and delivery dates.

• Associate Degree.
• Familiar with application development software and hardware platforms.
• Proficiency with personal computers and pertinent project management, word processing, and spreadsheet software.
• Capable of working on multiple projects of a complex nature.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to assist in issue resolution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Good lateral thinking skills.
• Proven mentoring and leadership capabilities from a project management perspective.
• Good understanding of the client application framework.
• Subject matter expert in business with knowledge or experience utilizing the application/system being supported.
• Mastered understanding of applications supported with an advanced knowledge of interfacing/integrated applications.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as autonomously.
• Ability to multitask for various components of complex projects.
• Mastered knowledge and focus of the entire system to work on projects outside of normal business-as-usual (BAU).
• Java.
• FileNet.
• Springboot.
• Familiarity with GitLab, Azure Cloud, MS SQL developer, Automic Scheduler, Dyna Trace & Kibana dashboards/monitoring setup.
• Hands-on with Angular UI development.
• Good understanding of IBM FileNet P8 platform and its components (Content Engine, GraphQL, Content Navigator, Daeja Viewer).
• Familiarity with IBM WebSphere and Linux Operating system.
• GraphQL API understanding is needed to build batch-based utilities and integrate REST services.
• FileNet deployment manager admin and usage.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.