Java Software Engineer


Job Details

About Ascendion

Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next. Ascendion | Engineering to elevate life

We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:


  • Build the coolest tech for world s leading brands
  • Solve complex problems and learn new skills
  • Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients
  • Master your craft with leading training programs and hands-on experience


Experience a community of change-makers!

Join a culture of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech. Our culture is the fabric of our company, and it is what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.

About the Role:


Job Title: Full stack Engineer


Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the primary backend developer, contributing to approximately 60-70% of development efforts, with proficiency in both Java and Go programming languages.
  • Collaborate closely with front-end developers and other team members to design, develop, and maintain scalable and high-performance applications.
  • Leverage your 6-7 years of experience to lead and mentor junior developers, providing guidance and support in implementing best practices and optimizing code quality.
  • Design, develop, and deploy backend services and APIs on AWS using Kubernetes for container orchestration.
  • Implement serverless architectures using AWS Lambda and other serverless technologies, optimizing application performance and scalability.
  • Utilize Spring Boot framework for developing and deploying microservices, ensuring robustness, reliability, and security.
  • Contribute to frontend development efforts as needed, with proficiency in Angular and React frameworks.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • Minimum of 6-7 years of experience in software development, with a focus on backend development.
  • Proficiency in Java and Go programming languages, with a preference for experience in both.
  • Strong understanding of AWS services, particularly in deploying and managing applications on AWS using Kubernetes.
  • Experience with building and consuming APIs, ensuring compatibility, security, and performance.
  • Hands-on experience with serverless architectures and technologies, including AWS Lambda.
  • Solid understanding of Spring Boot framework for building microservices and RESTful APIs.
  • Experience with frontend development frameworks such as Angular and React is a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.


Desired Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in the Financial Domain.


Location: McLean,VA


Salary Range: The salary for this position is between $110,000 $125,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.


Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [5 personal days accrued each calendar year. The Paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertains to the City/ State] [10-15 days of paid vacation time] [6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year] [Ascendion Learning Management System]


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 Ascendion

 04/25/2024

 Mc Lean,VA