Senior Java Engineer

Company Background

The ThreatConnect Platform, built on an industry-leading threat intelligence platform, enables security teams to confidently forge their path to smarter security with intel-powered security operations. ThreatConnect enables the operationalization of cyber threat intelligence analysis and management, and by leveraging native automation, orchestration, and knowledge capture, it lets teams work smarter, faster, and better – together.

Job Description

The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Java EE, strong object-oriented programming skills, and expertise in designing scalable software architectures. You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing enterprise-level applications while working with technologies such as JPA, Maven, Docker/Podman, and Linux networking.

About the Job

The ThreatConnect® Platform was built to be open and extensible. We step in and make a real impact in the security landscape by working on an innovative product that helps companies all over the world at risk. Help us make security easy and effective, by developing, implementing, and managing new features in our high-quality software platform.

About You

• You are well-versed in object-oriented programming. You are familiar with data types and you have a good understanding of service-oriented architecture and web services. You can manage errors, debugging and efficiently deploying code. You are capable of understanding and articulating potential issues in the code.
• You think of the product first but are willing to step up for other technical needs as well. You get immediately down to work and are eager to resolve any issues that may arise during the testing cycle and provide workable solutions. Between debugging and solving complex technical problems with the software and the customer’s infrastructure, you are ready to step up for other needs.
• You understand that continuous learning and adaptability are vital. You can keep up with rapid technology release cycles and employ the most up-to-date methods available. You can manage the complete release cycle.
• You have a passion for problem-solving and an eagerness to learn new technologies or skills.
• You are tech-savvy. You want to help our clients reach their full potential with our software. Whether it is diagnosing and fixing a complex technical problem around systems, networking, OS environments and third-party tools with the software or with the customer’s infrastructure, or proposing a better way to solve an issue, you want to be there for our clients and building a better product.
• You have excellent communication skills and a problem-solving mindset. You believe that strong communication skills, both written and oral, are just as vital as technical expertise and critical thinking ability.

In this role you’ll get to...

• Design, develop, and maintain Java EE applications with a focus on scalability and performance.
• Implement and optimize object-oriented software architectures that support business needs.
• Utilize JPA (Java Persistence API) to manage database interactions efficiently.
• Manage project dependencies and build automation using Maven.
• Deploy and manage applications in Containerized environments for improved scalability and flexibility.
• Manage Wildfly, OpenSearch, and Redis configuration and deployment.
• Work with Linux-based systems, including networking, system troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
• Troubleshoot complex software issues, ensuring system stability and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, QA, and Product Management, to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and enforce best practices in coding and architecture.

On day one we’ll expect you to…

• Listen to and absorb the technology, use cases, and challenges this role is designed to fulfill
• Have experience with Agile development methodologies
• Be ready to start learning by fixing defects in code

At 3 months we’ll expect you to…

• Be familiar with our software, internal tools, and processes
• Have a working knowledge of all technologies that we utilize in the platform
• Be comfortable with making changes and modifications to the code with little to no oversight

At 6 months we’ll expect you to…

• Have a deeper understanding of our product and the different configurations that are possible
• Be self-sufficient in development work
• Key contributor for troubleshooting issues with customers

At 12 months we’ll expect you to...

• Be a valued member of the team

This Job Is Awesome Because

• You get to build lasting relationships with professionals who are excited to make an impact on the ThreatConnect team
• You get to directly impact the rapid growth of ThreatConnect by developing new features and enhancing existing ones

Required Skills

• 5+ years of professional experience in Java development
• Strong expertise in Java EE and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles
• Hands-on experience with software architecture design for enterprise applications
• Experience in Maven for project dependency management and build automation
• Solid understanding of Docker/Podman containerization and orchestration
• Strong knowledge of Linux-based environments and networking fundamentals
• Experience with PKI Certificates and Java Keystores
• Proficiency in writing Bash and/or Python scripts
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for debugging and optimizing applications
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies

Desired Skills

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and RESTful APIs
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automation tools
• Proficiency using SQL and ElasticSearch/OpenSearch query languages