Java Software Developer – Virtual World

This is a Full Time Job

Job Description: Java Software Developer – Virtual World

Summary: Software Developer will be responsible for developing systems in Java for a virtual world using ElectroServer, ElectroServer Universal Platform, Spring, Hibernate and Maven for builds. Knowledge of Flash and Flex particularly as they relate to client-server systems and games is also relevant as is a background in Media or Gaming.

Reports to: World Designer/CTO

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

- Develop the Java software required to support a virtual world, from Alpha to final product release, while meeting defined budgets, schedules and quality benchmarks.
- Work within the Flex Framework to integrate client-side transactions.
- Participate in load-testing and system design
- Develop infrastructure pieces including publishing and content management
- Furnish estimates and assessments of tasks required to complete the project.
- Share responsibility for the profitable and timely delivery of the project as a highly entertaining online experience.
- Develop quality code with documentation, unit, integration and system tests in order to maintain quality and a high level of availability for the operational system.
- Work closely with tech management staff to integrate with other developed systems.
- Develop client side applications in Flex

Skills / Knowledge / Other:

- 5+ years experience in software development for online entertainment applications on highly trafficked websites or similar
- Knowledge of ElectroServer, ElectroServer Universal Platform is particularly relevant but the framework can be learned quickly by a capable developer.
- Spring, Hibernate and Maven experience is relevant.
- Knowledge of Flash and Flex
- Knowledge of SQL and MySQL.
- BSCS or MSCS preferred
- Strong sense of task ownership and responsibility
- Highly organized, enthusiastic and motivated
- Ability to work collaboratively in a start up environment