Senior Java Developer

Senior Java Developer

The California Department of Justice is hiring an experienced Senior Java Developer.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Join the Application Development Bureau and play a vital role in shaping the future of criminal justice technology! As part of our team, you'll design, implement, and maintain statewide information systems that directly support law enforcement efforts. We value innovation and collaboration, offering you the chance to work on impactful projects that enhance public safety. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your skills can truly make a difference!

Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I, the Information Technology Specialist II acts as a senior technical resource and subject matter expert for the Department of Justice’s Firearms Systems. These systems include databases containing sensitive data, applications, gateways, and multi-system interfaces.

As a senior technical contributor, you will play a crucial role in the Firearms IT Modernization (FITSM) project. This involves analyzing existing legacy Firearms applications (primarily developed in Java), understanding their functionality, and translating this into system requirements for the modern FITSM solution. You will contribute to architectural decisions and collaborate with the System Integrator team to ensure quality and standards adherence.

This position requires strong analytical skills to independently and collaboratively address complex technical challenges, contributing significantly to the success of the FITSM initiative.

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Java/J2EE and related technologies such as JSP, Servlets, JMS, JPA, OpenJPA, Spring Frameworks (Core, MVC, Boot).
• Knowledge of web technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular, React, Vue, JQuery, XML, and JSON.
• Experience across all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• Ability to gather requirements and translate business processes into technical specifications.
• Experience in code reviews, providing feedback, and ensuring quality and standards compliance.
• Knowledge of version control systems like GIT, including branching and merging strategies.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Ability to design, develop, and implement scalable, maintainable software solutions.
• Experience with Oracle databases, SQL, and PL/SQL development.

Position is permanent with a monthly salary ranging from $8,374.00 to $11,220.00.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.