Junior Java Developer

Austin, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

$84K/yr - $119K/yr

Entry Level

Western Union provides consumers and businesses with fast, reliable and convenient ways to send and receive money around the world. The Junior Java Developer will work with engineering and business partners to define and build out complex solutions that enhance product capabilities and improve the customer experience.

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Responsibilities

Building and implementing top-notch user interfaces using current versions of JavaScript and the Angular framework.
Writing efficient JavaScript code while also using HTML and CSS
Using the latest front-end technology, creating responsive interfaces.
Demonstrate strong capabilities in assessing business needs while providing creative and effective solutions in conformance with emerging technology standards.
Collaborate with peers, engineers, contractors, and cross functional teams across the globe.
Strong emphasis on customer journey, product quality, performance, scalability, troubleshooting, and continuous development.

Qualification

Required

BS in Computer Science or related fields with 2+ years of professional experience or MS with 1+ years of experience. Equivalent work experience in place of a degree is acceptable.
Track records of successful software architecture design and implementation
Ability to communicate and evangelize architectural concepts to internal stakeholders and external partners.
Excellent understanding of computer science fundamentals (like SOLID), data structures, algorithms, OOP, and best practices for data persistence/ data engineering.
Demonstrated experience in contemporary design patterns.
Hands-on experience with any of these technologies: SPA framework, Java/J2EE, Spring boot, Web technologies, Postgres SQL, Playwright framework, Kafka, AWS or other cloud providers
Experience with agile development methodologies with emphasis on Test Driven Development (TDD) and CI (Continuous Integration)/CD (Continuous Delivery)