We are looking for a hands-on Java Developer with deep experience in Apache Struts and enterprise Java migrations to join our application development team. You will be stepping into an active, in-progress migration — 6 of 17 modules have already been completed, and established patterns are in place. Your mission is to carry that work across the finish line. This is a technical execution role — ideal for someone who thrives on structured, well scoped engineering work and takes pride in clean, validated, production-ready output.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise applications using Java (Java 11/17)
* Work extensively with Apache Struts 2.x framework, including:
* ActionSupport
* ServletActionContext
* Interceptors
* OGNL expressions
* XML-based configuration
* Support and execute Jakarta EE namespace migrations (e.g., javax.* to jakarta.*) while addressing edge cases
* Design and maintain Enterprise JavaBeans (EJB) using Home, Local, and Remote interface patterns
* Manage build and dependency configurations using Apache Ant and Apache Ivy
* Deploy and support applications on IBM WebSphere Application Server (Traditional and/or Liberty)
* Implement and manage persistence using Hibernate ORM (version 5.x and/or 6.x)
* Develop UI components using JSP and Struts tag libraries
* Participate in application modernization and refactoring initiatives
Required Skills & Qualifications
* 4+ years of hands-on experience in Java development (Java 11 or 17)
* Strong expertise in Apache Struts 2.x framework
* Solid understanding of Jakarta EE namespace migration
* Experience working with Enterprise JavaBeans (EJB architecture)
* Proficiency in Apache Ant and Ivy build tools
* Experience with IBM WebSphere Application Server deployments
* Working knowledge of Hibernate ORM
* Experience with JSP and related tag libraries
* Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in legacy enterprise applications
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)
* Experience in CVE remediation for enterprise Java applications
* Knowledge of migrating libraries such as commons-fileupload (1.x to 2.x / Jakarta variants)
* Familiarity with upgrading libraries like Jackson Databind and Bouncy Castle
* Experience working in Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments
* Understanding of SQL Server JDBC drivers and Hadoop/Hive JDBC connectivity
* Prior experience in financial services or regulated industries
* Exposure to AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Devin) for code refactoring
* Familiarity with enterprise security/vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., GEM or equivalent)
Additional Information
* Experience working in large enterprise ecosystems and legacy system modernization is highly desirable
* Ability to balance stability of existing systems with modernization initiatives
* Strong collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams
Skills
Mandatory Skills : Hibernate, Java, MS SQL Server, SpringBoot
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