Lead Developer

Job Purpose

To join a team of Java developers, specializing in the development of in-house applications. These applications use a wide range of technologies, particularly Java and Oracle. You will be engaged in the full SDLC of the applications, and coordinate with users, testers, other development and production groups in your day-to-day work.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in the design, development, and support of critical applications
• Work closely with other teams to implement end-to-end solutions
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather, refine and define technical requirements
• Design, Develop, and implement full stack solutions using Java 8 and above
• Develop comprehensive and appropriate test cases for each release
• Develop system and training documentation as needed
• Provide updates to management on development progress, blockers and technical solutions
• Provide technical programming support or provide subject matter expertise to other team members as needed

Knowledge and Experience

• Demonstrable experience to a high standard of development using Java, Spring, Oracle and Linux technologies.
• Expert in use of source version control using Git
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Applied experience developing full stack solutions on Linux and/or Windows
• A team player who collaborates effectively with other software engineers.
• Self-starter, who is both disciplined and accountable for delivering accurate and timely results
• The successful candidate will be adaptable, results-focused and can work individually.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or similar degree
• Contribution to open-source software an advantage.

Core Competencies

Competencies are the skills and behaviors that are critical both to your personal performance and to ICE's continued success. The core competencies apply to every member of staff working for ICE.

Teamwork

• Offers time and/or assistance to colleagues; is widely regarded and respected as someone to go to for help
• Fosters friendly and cooperative relationships with others; colleagues enjoy working with the
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• Shares knowledge and mentors staff; works to develop others' knowledge as well as own
• Gives and shares credit as appropriate
• Contributes to recruiting and training efforts of others, including candidate referrals, job interviews and mentoring
• Attends and participates in company and department level functions inside and outside of the office

Problem-solving & Decision-making

• Demonstrates an understanding of the urgent nature of our business and the need to proactively find and fix problems quickly and effectively takes ownership and follows through on decisions; doesn't minimize or forget about problems
• Determines and fixes root causes rather than just treating symptoms
• Applies novel techniques to solve problems that are more ambiguous; challenges long-held beliefs when necessary
• Quickly and effectively identifies alternative solutions and the pros/cons of each; confirms that a proposed solution has no unintended consequences
• Takes steps to mitigate risk
• Consults with colleagues and recommends solutions based on the best interests of customers and shareholders, even when the opinion is unpopular

Communication

• Actively listens and speaks to, not over, others
• Uses clear and constructive language orally and in writing
• Communicates important developments to the relevant and appropriate audiences in a timely and consistent manner
• Asks follow-up questions to ensure all points are understood
• Takes time to objectively listen to all viewpoints before forming an opinion
• Builds consensus among differing views

Professionalism

• Makes a positive impression; represents the company well on the phone and in person, including maintaining attire and appearance that is consistent with company image and appropriate for employee's role
• Models a 'can-do' attitude and takes initiative as a self-starter; inspires and motivates others to do the same
• Embraces, rather than resists, additional responsibilities
• Refrains from office gossip; settles rather than creates conflict with and between others
• Exhibits desired work habits including regular office hours and extra hours when necessary while minimizing breaks and non-work related activities.
• Adheres to all corporate policies; makes prudent use of company resources

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