Job DescriptionPosition Summary: The new Developer will join the Fullstackers agile team, playing a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining bespoke enterprise applications utilizing Java/J2EE Full stack technologies. This role will involve supporting key initiatives, as well as contributing to other high-impact projects. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in Java frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot), front-end technologies (e.g., React, HTMX, JS), and database management, ensuring seamless integration and end-to-end functionality. This individual will also have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, enhance system resilience, and drive innovation as part of the organization's broader digital transformation journey.This position does not offer sponsorship.
Job Duties/Essential Functions: Models' ethical behavior and executes job responsibilities in accordance with Citizen's core values, ethics, and information protection policies.
- Design, develop and/or test complex software component changes in one or more engineering stack (UI, Servicing, Integrations, Automation, Testing etc.) meet acceptance criteria while adhering to development and quality standards.
- Research, analyze, design, and solve complex problems with creativity and innovation.
- Own and present SDLC and DevSecOps deliverables to maintain software standards and guidelines
- Collaborate with business representatives to estimate and plan prioritized backlog items as a SME.
- Contributes to improving software engineering practices, standards, documentation, and knowledge within agile team
Required Education & Experience - Bachelor's Degree OR 3 years relevant experience, OR a combination of college education and relevant experience equivalent to 3 years - Concentration (Software Development or Programming or Testing or Automation) AND
- 5 years of software engineering experience
- Knowledge of modern engineering practices like Test Driven Development, Behavior driven development, Acceptance test driven development is preferred.
- Persona driven development is preferred.
Technical Skills: - Java/J2EE Full Stack Application Development is required.
- Reactor is required.
- Springboot Webflux is required.
- Experience building reactive REST API's is required.
- API & Web Full Stack is required.
- Experience working with R2DBC is required.
- Guidewire is nice to have.
- Experience in designing and implementing microservices with resilience patterns is required.
Knowledge, Skills, AND Abilities: - Solid knowledge of SDLC
- Solid experience with Java, J2EE, Spring Boot Framework
- Experience in designing and implementing microservices with resilience patterns.
- Solid understanding of Enterprise Software Development and maintenance.
- Solid understanding of Agile mindset, principles, practices
- Data manipulation, comparison, and computation proficiency
- Proven knowledge in one or more programming languages.
- Solid knowledge of testing practices (test strategy, plans, test cases)
- Ability to review programming code and identify and correct issues or discrepancies.
- Solid knowledge of Source code management
- Troubleshoot code to identify and correct defects and root cause.
- Good knowledge of DevOps concepts
- Identify and resolve issues and identify solutions, utilizing comprehensive analytical skills and demonstrating attention to detail.
- Advanced knowledge of software design, modification, implementation, and deployment, including object-oriented programming concepts.
- Domain knowledge and ability to manage and understand data parameters and relational data constructs.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to perform independent troubleshooting for complex and time sensitive issues and escalate, as necessary.
- Ability to follow and develop software specifications.
- Advanced proficiency at source level management, and version control. Code repository skills, testing and test planning skills.
- Self-motivated and work independently and as part of a team. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines.
- Proficient knowledge of IT Security and confidential data, and Secure software development.
- System thinking and Design skills & Mentoring skills.
- Emerging ability to effectively present technical topics to small and medium size technical or non-technical groups
- Ability to pitch and experiment with innovative ideas with the help of Proof of values, pilots etc.
- Critical thinking, Sound judgement and decision making and the ability to embrace change.
- Agile Product development skills
- Testing skills at one or more layers i.e., unit, components, data, Application Programming Interface (APIs), User Interface (UI)/ User Experience (UX), Performance, Security
- Spring WebFlux - Minimum of 3 years of experience in building reactive REST APIs and handling non-blocking requests.
- Project Reactor Framework - Minimum of 3 years' experience with Reactor for developing asynchronous, reactive systems.
- R2DBC (Reactive Relational Database Connectivity) - Experience working with R2DBC for non-blocking database interactions (minimum 2 years).
- Reactive Design Patterns - Practical knowledge of reactive design patterns and experience in high-performance applications.
- Microservices and Distributed Systems - Experience in designing and implementing microservices with resilience patterns.
- Java - Proficiency in Java (minimum 5 years) with a solid foundation in functional programming principles.
- Debugging and Performance Tuning - Proficiency in using tools like VisualVM, JProfiler, or similar to troubleshoot and optimize application performance.
Scope/Complexity of work: What percentage of time is involved for long term strategic goals? 25%
What percentage of time is accountable for short-term operational goals? 45 %
What percentage of time is accountable for transactional, day-to-day operational support? 30 %
Physical Requirements Frequent: Stationary position x Move, Traverse, Position self (to), Move x Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information
Occasional: Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position, Travel
Selected candidates must live within a commutable distance (approximately 50 miles) to Citizens Jacksonville office location.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Relocation Assistance is available for this position.
About Us Searching for a place to make your mark? Every great team depends on the individual contributions of its members - the skills, talents, and the passion that each team member brings. At Citizens, we're building a workforce of top achievers committed to our company's mission and vision. Our company values the knowledge that comes from experienced and dedicated individuals with a variety of backgrounds, in or out of insurance.
Citizens' mission is to serve the people of Florida as the state's insurer of last resort, and as an innovative thought leader focused on promoting a healthy property insurance market. We stand proudly by our values of being Committed, Accountable, Responsive and Empowered.
At Citizens, we are a team of dedicated, service-minded professionals committed to our policyholders. Come achieve and maximize your potential with us.
About the Team We offer unlimited career potential, excellent training and development opportunities, and a structured Career Development program to explore future roles of interest while growing and developing in your existing role.
Citizens offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes comprehensive medical/dental, Retirement Savings Plan, Vacation and Sick Time, EAP, Tuition Reimbursement, Community Service and much more.
• Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company Paid employee basic life insurance and short-term disability.
• Generous paid time off: vacation, sick and holiday leave
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional and leadership development opportunities
• Company Paid Parking
• Employee recognition programs
• Relocation assistance (where applicable)
• Community and volunteering opportunities
• Casual dress
Citizens is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.