Mid-Level Java Developer

*Relocation assistance is not provided and this is not a fully remote position. FirstBank does not sponsor work visas.
Salary Range
$110,000.00 To $129,000.00
Founded in 1963, FirstBank maintains more than $20 billion in assets and operates over 100 branch locations across Colorado, Arizona and California. Its growth can be attributed to one simple philosophy: do right by customers, communities and employees, which is at the center of the company's "banking for good" mantra. FirstBank believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are part of everything we do, both within and outside our company, and prides itself in hiring and training a diverse and talented group. We strive to not only maintain a diverse workforce, but also ensure our employee experience garners a sense of belonging, is inclusive and equitable. FirstBank believes that a company is nothing without the people that comprise it, and prides itself in hiring and training a diverse and talented group. By joining the FirstBank team you will experience its great team culture with ample opportunity for growth. There's an opportunity for everyone with positions all across the company, from Teller and Call Center to Technology and Lending. Apply today to learn more and join the team!
A Brief Overview
The Mid-Level Java Developer will develop, test, and implement Java software changes in a distributed applications environment according to existing software standards. You will be part of a highly-skilled and cross-functional Software Delivery Team. As a Java Developer you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable Java based software. Your primary focus will be on back-end development ensuring efficient data processing, implementing business logic and integration with various systems and databases. You will collaborate with business sponsors, application architects, business analysts, automation testers, DBAs and others in all phases of our Business and Technology projects. You will also maintain and support these applications in our production and non-production environments. At times individuals in this position will be responsible for resolving critical problems with supervision. All other duties will be performed with minimal supervision.
What you will do

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and designs.
• Design, develop, test and maintain new and existing Java-based applications, ensuring performance, scalability and reliability.
• Monitor and provide timely support on production systems and applications with assistance as needed.
• Manage small to medium size projects from analysis through implementation.
• Make suggestions for improving development processes.
• Maintain appropriate documentation.
• Work with vendors to integrate applications with various third-party systems and databases, ensuring seamless data exchange and interoperability with supervision.
• Pursue formal and informal educational opportunities to remain current with industry trends and advancements, Java technologies and software engineering best practices.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
• Understand and comply with all provisions of the Safety in the Workplace policy.

Minimum Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in related field and a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• A combination of post-high school education, job related certification and related experience equivalent to 5 years may be considered in lieu of minimum requirements.
• Candidate must reside in the state of Colorado at the time of hire.

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to define, design, code, test and implement efficient, quality programs.
• Demonstrated experience with Java:
  • RESTful services: Jersey preferred, Spring Boot acceptable when combined with recent Core Java J2SE
  • Kafka, Core Java - J2SE, JDBC, Axis2, JAMS, SOAP Services
• Object-oriented (OO) methodologies and technologies
• Git, GitHub and change control concepts
• JUnit and unit testing strategies
• SQL and relational database concepts
• Understanding of media types, XML and json.
• IntelliJ and Gradle and their configuration
• Kafka experience, creating producers and consumers
• Scrum, Kanban and other Agile development methodologies
• Confluence, JIRA and other collaboration technologies
• Network and Infrastructure technologies, LDAP, Dynatrace
• Oracle WebSphere Liberty Server
• Information security concepts and techniques
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good problem solving and customer service skills
• Finally, demonstrated ability to successfully develop and implement projects

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Frequently remains stationary throughout a typical business day.
• Frequently operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, and other rooms.
• Occasionally positions self to access drawers and shelves of various heights.
• Frequently reaches for and handles paperwork and files.
• Constantly communicates with customers, coworkers, and management in-person and on the phone.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information.

Statement of Benefits
FirstBank offers a suite of benefits that support our employees' professional, financial, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Benefits currently offered with our positions include: Paid Time Off/paid leave programs, 401K/Employee Stock Ownership, United Healthcare medical, MetLife dental, VSP vision, Employee tuition reimbursement, Volunteer Time Off, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance/AD&D.
FirstBank is an EOE/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. FirstBank does not permit pay inequities. Anyone who believes they have been subject to pay inequity should immediately report their concerns to the Human Resource Department.