SDE2 (Software Developer)

SDE2 (Software Developer)

Posted 7 days ago by TEKsystems

Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Edinburgh, GB-SCT, UK

Summary: We are looking for a Java Developer or Senior Java Developer with expertise in migrating Legacy systems from Perl to Java. This fully remote role involves analyzing and deconstructing a complex Perl-based system to rebuild its APIs and services in Java. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to ensure a smooth migration and contribute to the overall architecture of the platform. Strong Java and Perl experience is essential for this critical modernization effort.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and debug a "black box" Perl Legacy codebase to understand existing functionality.
  • Design and implement scalable, maintainable Java-based APIs and services to replace Legacy Perl components.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, DevOps, QA, and product managers to ensure smooth migration and integration.
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented Java code.
  • Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and performance tuning.
  • Ensure the new Java services are cloud-ready and optimized for distributed environments.
  • Contribute to the overall architecture and design of the platform.

Key Skills:

  • Strong Java development experience (Java 8+ preferred).
  • Hands-on experience with Perl, especially in debugging and understanding Legacy code.
  • Proven experience in migrating systems from Perl to Java.
  • Solid understanding of RESTful API design and development.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (eg, AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with distributed systems and microservices architecture.
  • Proficient in version control systems (eg, Git).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Edinburgh

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Title - Java Developer/

Senior Java Developer

Location - Fully Remote

Contract role -

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Java Developer or Senior Java

Developer with strong experience in migrating Legacy systems from Perl to Java.

This role is critical to the modernization of our platform, where you will work

closely with the development team to analyze, debug, and deconstruct a complex

Perl-based Legacy system and rebuild its APIs and services in Java.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and debug a "black box" Perl Legacy codebase to understand existing functionality.
  • Design and implement scalable, maintainable Java-based APIs and services to replace Legacy Perl components.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, DevOps, QA, and product managers to ensure smooth migration and integration.
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented Java code.
  • Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and performance tuning.
  • Ensure the new Java services are cloud-ready and optimized for distributed environments.
  • Contribute to the overall architecture and design of the platform.

Required Skills and

Experience :

  • Strong Java development experience (Java 8+ preferred).
  • Hands-on experience with Perl, especially in debugging and understanding Legacy code.
  • Proven experience in migrating systems from Perl to Java.
  • Solid understanding of RESTful API design and development.
  • Experience with cloud platforms(eg, AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with distributed systems and microservices architecture.
  • Proficient in version control systems (eg, Git).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Location

Edinburgh, UK

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