Job Summary
This position focuses on the development of backend middleware and services for a U.S. Government client, involving the creation of Java applications that undergo thorough review, testing, and deployment into production. The role also emphasizes the maintenance and enhancement of search functionalities using Solr or Elasticsearch, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency through various technical strategies.
Responsibilities
- Develop Java-based backend middleware and services.
- Ensure the deployment of code to production after rigorous testing and reviews.
- Maintain and optimize search functionalities using Solr or Elasticsearch.
- Update schemas, manage shards, and perform performance tuning for search capabilities.
Qualifications
- Active security clearance with the necessary polygraph.
- A degree in computer science or a related technical field.
- Minimum of three years of experience with Solr or Elasticsearch.
- At least five years of practical backend development experience in Java.
- Experience in a big data environment for at least three years, utilizing Hadoop, PySpark, Spark, and HBase, among others.
- Familiarity with AWS, JIRA, and GitHub is preferred.
