Java Web Services Developer

Green Island Interactive is an internet solutions company with offices in Dublin and New York that has been providing clients in Ireland, the U.K. and North America with creative and effective web solutions since 1999. Due to strong growth and rapid expansion, the company now has an opening for a Java Web Developer in its Dublin or New York locations. With a focus on providing solutions for the golf industry, an interest in golf is a plus (but not a requirement) for this position. The work is focused on Green Island's SaaS system: Site Caddy.

The Role

Green Island Interactive is currently performing a major upgrade of our online client services platform, which includes content management, communications, e-commerce, customer relationship management, and much more. We're looking for a Java Web Developer to:

• Lead development of the e-commerce component of our service
• Implement the specifications of our Architect and CTO
• Integrate Open Source components and web services where necessary
• Assist deployment of the end product
• Plan testing, logging, support, etc.

The developer should have a strong background in web services.

Start Date - Time Frame

This position is open immediately, and needs to be filled as soon as possible. Although this position is available as a 4-8 month contract initially, a full-time position with Green Island will be an option depending on performance. Working remotely is optional, however the candidate should be within commuting distance of our Dublin or New York locations.

Experience

Solid "well rounded" experience with Java web development is a must, as well as specific experience implementing enterprise scale systems. The successful applicant should be mature and responsible. All of the following are required:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in CS or related major
• 3+ years of experience coding web systems/services in Java
• 2+ years of experience implementing web services with Java
• Diverse knowledge of Java and web technologies

Responsibilities

The successful candidate would be responsible for the following:

• Answering to CTO, team leads and project managers
• Management of own schedule (while working to project milestones and deadlines)
• High standards for integrity of final product
• Understanding & enforcement of coding standards & documentation

Skills

The successful candidate will possess most or all of the following skills:

• Object oriented design methodologies and patterns, UML
• Experience with MVC architecture
• Solid communications skills
• Ability to both see the big picture and implement the details
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Any systems administration knowledge a plus
• A positive, can-do attitude!

Technologies

Green Island uses predominantly Java and Open Source technologies. Knowledge of many of the following is required:

• Code: Java, J2EE, JSP, Servlets
• Server: Apache with Tomcat
• Framework: Struts
• Database: MySQL, Hibernate and JCR a plus
• Web: HTML, XML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX

Environment

Applicants should be comfortable working in the following environments:

• OS: Windows and Linux
• IDE: Eclipse / MyEclipse
• Server: Apache with Tomcat
• Version Control: Subversion or other similar VCS

Web Services / API

This role will specifically deal with connecting 3rd party services via web services and APIs. Knowledge of any of the following would be useful:

• WSDL
• SOAP
• JSON
• REST
• RPC / RMI
• XML
• Axis

Salary

Negotiable, and largely dependent on experience, and whether position is full-time or contract. Please include salary requirements with CV/Résumé.

Benefits

At Green Island we believe that a modern, flexible working environment is the best way to keep our team happy, reduce costs, and help the environment! While staff are expected to be available for meetings with managers, team members and (possibly) clients on a regular basis, flexible hours can be arranged and teleworking is optional. This position would not entail regular travel, although infrequent trips between Dublin, New York and UK locations may be required. Specific benefits for this position will vary depending on whether it is full-time or contract. Off-site training will be available if required. Excellent opportunity for advancement.

How To Apply?

Please make sure your qualifications match the job requirements. Then submit your CV/Résumé, or any questions, to careers@mygreenisland.com. Please specify the role for which you are applying, and include how you found out about the position.