Senior Java EE Developer

ASSYST is seeking a Senior level Java EE Developer for our client in Austin, TX to contribute to the design, development and deployment of enterprise-grade applications using Java EE technologies, while aligning with client's goals of modularity, security and interoperability.

Job Title: Senior Java EE Developer

Location: Austin, TX (Locals Only)

Job Overview:

Understands business objectives and problems, identifies alternative solutions, performs studies and conducts cost/benefit analysis of alternatives. Analyzes user requirements, procedures and problems to automate processing or to improve the existing computer system. Confers with personnel of organizational units involved to analyze current operational procedures, identify problems and learn specific input and output requirements, such as forms of data input, how data is to be summarized and formats for reports. Writes detailed descriptions of user needs, program functions and steps required to develop or modify computer programs. Reviews computer system capabilities, specifications and scheduling limitations to determine if the requested program or program change is possible within the existing system.

Position will be 2 days remote with 3 days (Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays) required to be onsite at the location listed above. Program will only accept LOCAL ONLY candidates for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze legacy Java EE components, including EJB, JPA and SOAP services, to support architectural decision-making.
• Participate in application rationalization and transformation planning.
• Support technical walkthroughs and documentation activities to map current application behavior, dependencies and integration points.
• Collaborate with architects and business analysts to help ensure modernization efforts retain core business logic and interoperability.
• Assist in migrating legacy systems to cloud-native platforms, emphasizing microservices and API-driven architectures.
• Utilize AI code analysis tools for examining legacy Java EE applications.
• Extract and document detailed business requirements and rules based on existing code.
• Work with business stakeholders and technical teams to validate and adjust identified requirements.
• Identify and record technical debt, design patterns and architectural details within legacy systems.

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Deep hands-on experience in Java and Java EE development, including EJB, JPA and SOAP-based services. Able to analyze legacy codebases and identify transformation paths for cloud migration.
• Proficiency in Java SE 1.8 and Java EE 8, including deployment on enterprise-grade application servers.
• Experience with object-relational mapping and integrating persistence layers with business logic.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams including architects, business analysts and security engineers to align development with business goals.
• Proven experience with, or strong understanding of, AI code analysis tools for static analysis, code understanding and pattern recognition.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, including automated testing, deployment and monitoring.
• Exposure to cloud-native transformation strategies, including containerization, elastic scaling and loosely coupled interfaces.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, sprint planning and backlog refinement in collaboration with product owners and SMEs.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong understanding of software design principles and patterns.
• Experience using AI development tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with requirement elicitation and documentation.

ASSYST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.