About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Technology, Information and Internet.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role Overview

Join a collaborative, innovative technology team where learning, problem-solving, and continuous improvement are valued. As a Java Software Engineer I, you will work on developing and supporting Java-based software solutions that drive business operations for our confidential client. This entry-level role pairs hands-on development with mentorship from senior engineers and exposure to modern engineering practices.

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What You’ll Do

• Develop, maintain, and enhance Java-based applications according to business and technical requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established standards and best practices.
• Create and execute unit tests to help ensure software quality and functionality.
• Assist in debugging and troubleshooting software issues; identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and apply feedback to improve technical skills and code quality.
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and stakeholders on project work and enhancements.
• Contribute to technical documentation for features, code changes, and internal processes.
• Use development and project tools such as GitHub, Jira, and Confluence to support team workflows.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives) and continuous improvement activities.

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What We're Looking For

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 0–3 years of professional software development experience (including internships, academic projects, or personal projects).
• Familiarity with Java programming concepts, object‑oriented design principles, and software development methodologies.
• Experience using version control systems such as Git/GitHub.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred skills & competencies

• Strong understanding of Java fundamentals, standard libraries, and common frameworks.
• Familiarity with IDEs such as IntelliJ IDEA or Eclipse.
• Basic knowledge of relational databases and SQL.
• Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and frameworks such as Spring or React.
• Understanding of Agile development practices and the software development lifecycle.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with eagerness to learn new technologies and grow professionally.

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What You Can Expect

• Mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers and technical leaders.
• Opportunities to build expertise in Java development, modern frameworks, cloud technologies, and engineering best practices.
• Hands-on experience working on business-critical applications and cross-functional initiatives.
• A supportive, learning-focused environment that encourages growth, innovation, and career advancement.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and pre-employment drug screening, where permitted by law.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.