Java Full stack engineer- Junior

PeopleSoft Job Code/ Title: Full Stack Engineer - Junior
Global Level: GL-05 or GL-06
Job Family/Function: Digital & Technology / Software Engineering

Overview of Position:

We are hiring a Junior Full-Stack Engineer with 2-3 years of hands-on experience to build, test, and maintain scalable web applications on a modern Java and React stack. In this role, you will work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional team members to develop responsive user interfaces, robust backend RESTful microservices, and efficient database solutions.

The ideal candidate possesses strong core foundational skills across frontend and backend technologies, a keen eye for code quality, and an eager learning mindset to grow within a collaborative Agile environment.

Must-Have Technologies: React, Java 17+, Python, Microservices, AWS/Azure, RDBMS, NoSQL

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and maintain full-stack web applications using Java (Spring Boot) on the backend and React on the frontend.

· Build responsive, intuitive user interfaces from UI/UX designs and wireframes.

· Implement RESTful APIs, microservices, and database queries across relational (PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL platforms.

· Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following established engineering best practices.

· Participate actively in peer code reviews, sprint planning, and daily Agile standups.

· Write effective unit and integration tests using frameworks such as Jest, JUnit, and Mockito to ensure robust code quality.

· Assist in troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving application bug reports and performance issues.

· Work with CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes to release application updates in cloud environments (AWS/Azure).

· Collaborate with senior engineers, product owners, and QA teams to clarify requirements and deliver sprint goals on time.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

Technical

· 2-3 years of hands-on software development experience with core focus on modern Java full-stack development.

· Working proficiency with Java frameworks, specifically Spring Boot and Hibernate/JPA.

· Hands-on experience building web application interfaces using React, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3, and Node.js/npm ecosystem.

· Solid understanding of responsive design concepts, CSS frameworks (e.g., Bootstrap), and REST API integration in React.

· Proficiency with Python for scripting, basic backend automation, or data handling tasks.

· Understanding of microservices architecture principles and basic familiarity with messaging tools (e.g., Kafka or RabbitMQ).

· Hands-on experience writing and optimizing SQL queries, working with relational databases (PostgreSQL/SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB).

· Basic experience with containerization technologies (Docker) and exposure to cloud platforms (AWS or Azure).

· Familiarity with web application security fundamentals (e.g., CORS, JWT, OAuth 2.0 concepts).

· Experience with automated testing tools (JUnit, Jest, React Testing Library) and commitment to writing testable code.

· Familiarity with Git version control, branch management, and CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or Azure DevOps).

· Familiarity with Agile development workflows using Jira or similar tools.

Soft Skills & Professional Qualities

· Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical details clearly.

· Proactive problem-solving mindset and eagerness to learn new tools and technologies.

· Strong collaborative spirit and ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

· Good time-management skills and attention to detail when working on sprint deliverables.

· Receptive to feedback, coaching, and peer code reviews to continuously improve technical mastery.