GeoSpatial Sr. Developer - Ztek Consulting INC

Job Title: GeoSpatial Sr. Developer

Location: Saint Louis, MO

Position Type: Contract

Duration: 6 / 12 Month

Work Type: Onsite

Rate: Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Job summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled GeoSpatial Sr. Developer with expertise in Java to join our dynamic team.
The ideal candidate will have 8 to 12 years of experience and a strong background in Kubernetes, Docker, AWS, Jenkins, and DevOps.
This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that make a significant impact on our company's success and society.

Experience: 8to12Yrs
Required Skills : Kubernetes, DevOps, Docker, AWS, Jenkins

Responsibilities:

- Develop and maintain high-quality geospatial applications using Java to meet project requirements and deadlines.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable solutions using Kubernetes and Docker.
- Utilize AWS services to deploy, manage, and monitor applications, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Implement continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using Jenkins to streamline development processes.
- Apply DevOps best practices to automate workflows, enhance system efficiency, and reduce manual intervention.
- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members to maintain code quality and consistency.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to geospatial applications and infrastructure.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into projects.
- Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Mentor junior developers and provide guidance to enhance their technical skills and career growth.
- Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices in all development and deployment activities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide technical insights, and deliver high-quality solutions.
- Document technical specifications, system architecture, and deployment processes for future reference.

Qualifications
- Possess a bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Demonstrate extensive experience in Java development, particularly in geospatial applications.
- Showcase proficiency in Kubernetes and Docker for containerization and orchestration.
- Exhibit strong knowledge of AWS services and cloud computing principles.
- Have hands-on experience with Jenkins for CI/CD pipeline implementation.
- Display a solid understanding of DevOps practices and tools.
- Nice to have experience with agile methodologies and project management tools.
- Show excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
- Possess strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends.
- Have a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential challenges.
- Show the ability to mentor and guide junior developers.
- Ensure adherence to security standards and best practices in all technical activities.

Certifications Required:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Docker Certified Associate, Jenkins Engineer

ABOUT Ztek:

Website: www.ztekinc.com

Ztek Consulting Inc is a minority- and woman-owned business enterprise that leverages a unique blend of human talent, machine learning algorithms, and artificial intelligence to provide customized talent management solutions for clients. Ztek's diversity-focused hiring models have proven successful, particularly in hiring veterans. The company's veteran-focused hiring and deployment program, Z-V.E.T, matches skilled veterans with clients' needs in various areas.

Disclaimer:

Ztek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Ztek is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at hrd@ztekinc.com Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Ztek encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Ztek does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b.