Entry-Level Java Software Developer

Accountabilities: Technical Training and Development: Participate in structured, immersive training focused on Java programming, software development fundamentals, and essential web technologies. Java Application Development: Apply Java programming skills to develop, enhance, test, and maintain software applications in accordance with project requirements. Backend Development: Learn and contribute to backend development using Java frameworks, including Spring, to build reliable and maintainable application components. Database Management: Work with MySQL and other relevant database technologies to retrieve, organize, and manage application data using appropriate queries and practices. API Development and Integration: Support the development, testing, and integration of REST APIs to enable communication between software applications and services. Frontend Development: Use HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React, as required by project assignments, to contribute to responsive and interactive web applications. Software Testing and Debugging: Identify and resolve basic software defects, test application functionality, and follow development best practices to maintain code quality. Development Tools and Practices: Use tools such as IntelliJ IDEA to write, organize, debug, and maintain code while following established development workflows. Team Collaboration: Work alongside developers and other project team members to understand requirements, share progress, resolve technical challenges, and deliver assigned tasks. Continuous Learning: Build technical knowledge through feedback, practical assignments, collaboration, and ongoing exposure to software development methodologies and technologies. Requirements: Educational Background: A bachelor's degree is required. Foundational Programming Experience: At least 6 months of programming experience, gained through employment, academic projects, personal projects, or other relevant practical experience. Java Fundamentals: Basic knowledge of Java programming, including core concepts such as variables, data types, control structures, methods, and object-oriented programming. Willingness to Learn: Commitment to completing immersive technical training and developing the skills needed to contribute effectively to software development projects. Web Development Knowledge: Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is beneficial, with an interest in expanding knowledge of frontend development tools such as React. Backend and Database Fundamentals: Basic understanding of backend development, REST APIs, relational databases, and SQL is an advantage. Development Tools: Familiarity with IntelliJ IDEA or comparable integrated development environments is helpful. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to approach technical challenges logically, troubleshoot issues, and apply feedback to improve solutions. Communication and Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work constructively with teammates in a collaborative software development environment. Adaptability and Initiative: A proactive attitude, attention to detail, and willingness to learn new technologies, follow technical guidance, and take responsibility for assigned tasks. Work Authorization: Must meet the applicable work authorization requirements for the United States and the specific contract assignment. Benefits: Competitive Entry-Level Contract Rate: Indicative compensation of $20–$30 per hour, depending on the assignment and agreed contract terms. Remote Work Opportunity: Work remotely from the United States, subject to project requirements. Structured Technical Training: Build foundational programming skills through immersive training in Java and essential web technologies. Hands-On Project Experience: Apply newly acquired knowledge to practical software development assignments and gain exposure to real-world project workflows. Broad Technology Exposure: Develop familiarity with Java, Spring, MySQL, REST APIs, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, and development tools. Early-Career Development: Strengthen technical problem-solving, coding, debugging, and collaboration skills to support future career opportunities in software engineering. Collaborative Learning Environment: Work with project teams, receive feedback, and continue developing your capabilities through practical experience.