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.