Senior Applications Java Engineer

Overview

Senior Applications Java Engineer

 

*please note that this position does not provide sponsorship at this time. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. 

 

The Senior Applications Java Engineer position is responsible for designing, developing and enhancing software for custom applications and services. This role requires strong experience in Java and other high-level languages, strong experience with database development, an understanding of retail business, and collaboration with a team of developers on both individual and group projects. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position.

 

Position Reports To

 

Development Director or Manager

 

What We Stand For  

Established in 1978, The Container Store has grown to be the leading specialty retailer of storage and organization products in the United States and the only national retailer solely devoted to the category. We provide creative, multifunctional, customizable storage and organization solutions that help our customers save time, save space and improve the quality of their lives. We foster an employee-first culture built around our Foundation Principles, which define how we approach our relationships with our employees, vendors, customers and communities and influence every aspect of our business. 

 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

 

• Designs, develops, and maintains applications using various programming languages (including Java) and relational databases in a distributed multi-tier and service-oriented environment
• Coordinates development activity and works directly with subject matter experts, project stakeholders, and executive leadership
• Designs, develops, and maintains applications developed in various programming languages and technologies, including but not limited to:
  • Java 8+ (Spring MVC, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA, JUnit, Maven)
  • Oracle (SQL and PL/SQL)
  • PostgreSQL
  • Git (GitHub)
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React
  • Docker Implementations
  • GCP / AWS Services
  • Shell scripting
• Conducts and participates in code reviews
• Contributes to automated test suite
• Automates software builds, test executions and deployments
• Works to troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve production issues
• Communicates to all levels of the organization regarding project development status, issues and production problems
• Participates in evolving the Agile/Scrum based SDLC, ensuring that the SDLC meets the needs of the Development Team, as well as fitting within the larger organizational processes, personnel and culture
• Monitors development activities to ensure data security and audit compliance
• Ensures development deliverables are adequately tested
• Partners with the Quality Assurance Team and subject matter experts to ensure that testing is complete, and that ongoing testing is addressed through various levels of automated testing
• Attends and participates in development meetings
• Responsible for maintaining discretion related to all confidential/sensitive company and customer information
• Performs other requested tasks and duties
• Coordinates development activity and works directly with subject matter experts, business stakeholders, and executive leadership
• Provides technical guidance in streamlining software builds and deployment (CICD) to ensure high code quality and reliability
• Consistently arrives promptly to work the assigned schedule
• Provides thought leadership and technical direction in designing and developing a reliable, scalable and secured solution for retail applications such as eCommerce, Store POS, Order management or Supply Chain
• Contributes in technology/architecture strategy and roadmap for the Enterprise
• Provides thought leadership and technical direction for development team

 

We believe in taking care of our team. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond just health insurance (though we've got that covered too!). Here at The Container Store, we're passionate about helping you contain your health, grow your career, and find balance in your life.

 

Here's a peek at what you can expect:

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your loved ones well.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with optional investment guidance and assistance offered through Fidelity.
• Unique "1equals3" website for easy access to your benefits information and c