Java Developer (Education and eCommerce)

Company Background

Our client is a leading provider of secure commerce and credential solutions for the higher education sector. Its U.Commerce platform enables universities and colleges to manage payments, campus credentials, and real-time financial data efficiently and securely. The company is part of a Fortune 500 global payments organization and delivers enterprise-grade billing and payment solutions used by educational institutions worldwide.

Project Description

The project focuses on the development and enhancement of a secure, enterprise-level billing and payment platform for higher education institutions. The system supports tuition, fees, installment plans, and real-time ERP integrations, operating under strict security and compliance requirements. Development is carried out in an Agile environment with close collaboration across backend, frontend, and platform teams.

Technologies:

• Java 17
• Spring Boot 3
• Spring Framework
• Spring Data
• Spring Security
• Hibernate
• JPA
• REST APIs
• Servlets
• JSP
• JSTL
• SQL Server
• PostgreSQL
• JUnit
• Mockito
• Maven
• Git
• Jenkins
• Ansible
• Jira
• GitHub
• React
• Bootstrap
• jQuery
• GCP
• IntelliJ IDEA

What You’ll Do:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java 17 and Spring Boot 3.
• Implement RESTful APIs and web components using Servlets, JSP, and JSTL.
• Ensure secure development with Spring Security.
• Work with Hibernate/JPA and relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL).
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews and follow coding standards.
• Collaborate with frontend and cross-functional teams.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and deployments.
• Troubleshoot and optimize complex backend systems.

Job Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in Java backend development.
• Strong proficiency in Java 17 and object-oriented design principles.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot 3, Spring Framework, Spring Data, Spring Security, and Hibernate/JPA.
• Solid understanding of REST API design and integration.
• Experience with Servlets, JSP, and JSTL.
• Strong experience with SQL Server and PostgreSQL.
• Experience with unit testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito).
• Proficiency with Git and Maven.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Ansible).
• Experience working in Agile teams (Jira, GitHub).
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• English level: B1 (Intermediate) or higher.

What Do We Offer

The global benefits package includes:

• Technical and non-technical training for professional and personal growth;
• Internal conferences and meetups to learn from industry experts;
• Support and mentorship from an experienced employee to help you professional grow and development;
• Internal startup incubator;
• Health insurance;
• English courses;
• Sports activities to promote a healthy lifestyle;
• Flexible work options, including remote and hybrid opportunities;
• Referral program for bringing in new talent;
• Work anniversary program and additional vacation days.