Senior Java Specialist
Information Technology
Senior Java Specialist
- 45002489
- 907 Floyd Avenue, VCU Main Campus, Virginia, United States, 23284
- Technology Services SML
- Information Technology
- Full-Time (Salaried)
- Closing at: Nov 8 2026 - 23:55 EST
- Virginia Commonwealth University
Unit: Technology Services MBU
Department: Application Services
Duties & Responsibilities:
Full-stack development of complex business logic, performing hands-on coding of core application components and conducting peer code reviews to ensure adherence to Java design patterns and performance standards. Act as principal architect for middleware and identity systems, holding final authority over code promotion and infrastructure. Define mandatory technical specifications, framework versions, and dataflow for enterprise-scale Java applications. Establish standards for server provisioning, HAProxy load-balancing, and SSL/TLS security protocols. Architect database connectivity, firewall protocols, and CI/CD pipelines using Docker. Manage version control policies, perform JVM tuning, and author Technical Design Documents (TDDs).
Location: Richmond, VA
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Management, Information Services, or a related field plus 1 year of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.
- Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.
Salary Range: $120,182
FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
Hours per Week: 40
Restricted Position: No
ORP Eligible: No
Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid
University Job Title: 24255N - Sr IT Developer/Programmer 2
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