Job Title: Developer
Location: Newark, NJ (can consider remote for EST hours only)
Duration: 6 Months

This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented Developer who can navigate all aspects of the system development life cycle while prioritizing security, user experience, and system reliability. The candidate for this position will be a key member of a diverse team of developers working on the client Webchat Experience

Responsibilities and Duties
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze project requirements, ensuring a deep understanding of the webchat experience goals.
• Design and implement secure and efficient full-stack solutions, integrating front-end and back-end technologies to deliver a seamless user experience.
• Conduct thorough testing of applications, identifying and addressing potential issues to guarantee a reliable and secure web experience.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry best practices, actively incorporating new tools and methodologies into our development process.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement visually appealing and intuitive user interfaces, enhancing the overall user experience.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for production issues, addressing and resolving system defects in a timely manner.
• Work closely with other developers, product managers, and stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Contribute to ongoing maintenance and optimization efforts, continuously improving the performance and functionality of the authenticated web experience.
• Document development processes, code, and system architecture for future reference and knowledge sharing within the team.

Qualifications
Technical Skills
• At least 5 - 8 years of experience working in technology.
• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer with a focus on front-end technologies.
o Strong proficiency in JavaScript and related UI technologies.
o Experience in Python & React is preferred.
o Responsive Design: Skills in creating responsive and mobile-friendly user interfaces to ensure a consistent experience across various devices.
• Experience with Contact Center technologies and processes is preferred.
• Knowledge of Genesys Cloud CX with Omni-Channel (Voice + Chat) is a plus.
• APIs and RESTful Services: Knowledge of designing, building, and consuming APIs, as well as experience with RESTful services for seamless communication between front-end and back-end components.
• Experience in Microservices Architecture with Spring Boot and ORM Frameworks like Hibernate and JPA
• Version Control/Git: Strong understanding and experience with version control systems like Git and BitBucket for tracking changes and collaborating with a team.
• Testing and Debugging: Skill in writing unit tests, conducting debugging, and implementing testing strategies to ensure the reliability of the application.
• Agile Methodologies: Experience working in an Agile development environment, understanding sprint cycles, and participating in regular scrum meetings.
• Experience in Microservices Architecture with Spring Boot and ORM Frameworks like Hibernate and JPA
• Must have six (6) years of experience with the following tech stacks: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, CSS Pre-processors (Sass/Less), JQuery, Angular, Bootstrap, NodeJs, ExpressJS, Web APIs, Typescript, ES6, Git Based Source Control Systems, Subversion, Micro-services, performance tuning services, Jenkins, Terraform, Docker, Developer Tools, Testing/Debugging, Web Sessions, Browser storage, JWT (JSON Web tokens), Cookies, Web Performance; Experience with Automation software.
• Experience building and supporting enterprise level applications, using any of the following technologies is a plus: SpringBoot, Swagger, RDB, NoSQL DB, Kafka, Cloud (AWS)
• Familiarity with Adobe Experience Manager is advantageous.
• Knowledge of AWS or Google Cloud is a plus.

Soft Skills
1. Collaborative Spirit: Should be eager to collaborate, share knowledge, and actively contribute to team discussions, fostering a positive and cooperative work environment.
2. Effective Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential. The ability to articulate ideas, provide constructive feedback, and express technical concepts clearly contributes to seamless collaboration.
3. Adaptability: Be open to change, quickly learn new technologies, and flexible in adjusting to shifting project requirements are valuable traits.
4. Proactive Approach: A proactive attitude towards problem-solving and taking initiative on tasks to ensure the timely completion of projects.
5. Empathy: Understanding and appreciating the perspectives of team members contributes to a positive team dynamic. Empathy helps in resolving conflicts, fostering a supportive atmosphere.
6. Responsible Ownership: Taking ownership of tasks and projects, being accountable for deadlines, and ensuring the quality of one's work are crucial for the success of the team as a whole.
7. Constructive Team Player: Contributing constructively to discussions, providing feedback with a positive tone, and being receptive to input from others.
8. Problem-Solving Mindset: Should approach challenges with a solution-oriented mindset. The ability to analyze problems, propose effective solutions, and work collaboratively.
9. Mentorship and Support: Willingness to mentor junior team members and provide support where needed contributes to the growth of the entire team.
10. Positive Attitude: Maintaining a positive and enthusiastic attitude, even during challenging times, helps in building a resilient and motivated team. 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 65.00/hr.