Java Full Stack Developer

HCLTech is looking for a highly talented and self- motivated Java Full Stack Developer to join it in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity. Job Title: Java Full Stack Developer Position Type: Full-time Job ID: 142489 Location: Smithfield, RI Detailed Job Description: We are seeking a highly motivated Java Full Stack Developer with 5+ years of experience to support a large-scale application modernization initiative involving the migration of multiple enterprise applications from IBM WebSphere 8.5.5 to Apache Tomcat on Kubernetes. This is a lift-and-shift migration program, focused on application server migration, Java version upgrades, middleware configuration migration, and containerized deployments. Existing business functionality, SOAP interfaces, authorization mechanisms, and integrations will remain unchanged. The ideal candidate should possess strong Java development skills, WebSphere exposure, integration expertise, and hands-on experience working across both frontend and backend technologies. Key Responsibilities Application Migration & ModernizationAssist in migrating applications from IBM WebSphere to Apache Tomcat.Analyze existing application components, configurations, and deployment artifacts.Support Java version upgrades from legacy Java environments to current supported versions.Participate in application testing, validation, and deployment activities.Troubleshoot migration-related issues and resolve compatibility concerns.Full Stack DevelopmentDevelop and maintain enterprise applications using Java and Spring Framework.Build and enhance user interfaces using Angular, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.Develop backend services, APIs, and integration components.Support application performance tuning and defect resolution.Middleware & IntegrationWork on SOAP-based web services and enterprise integrations.Configure and support JMS messaging components.Assist in migration of JDBC connection pools and datasource configurations.Analyze and troubleshoot backend integrations and application dependencies.Support SAML-based authentication and authorization implementations.Database DevelopmentDevelop and optimize SQL queries and database interactions.Work with Oracle and other relational database systems.Support application data validation and performance optimization activities.CI/CD & DeploymentParticipate in build and deployment automation using standard CI/CD pipelines.Utilize Maven, GitHub, Jenkins, Docker, SonarQube, and Artifactory.Support containerization and Kubernetes deployment activities.Follow enterprise DevOps standards and release management processes.Agile DeliveryParticipate in sprint planning, estimations, stand-ups, and retrospective meetings.Convert user stories into high-quality deliverables.Collaborate with architects, leads, QA teams, and business stakeholders.Ensure adherence to coding standards and best development practices. Mandatory Skill Requirements Core Java TechnologiesJava/J2EE DevelopmentSpring Framework (Core, Dependency Injection)Spring BootREST API DevelopmentJSONSwagger/OpenAPIIBM WebSphere & Application ServersHands-on experience working with IBM WebSphere Application ServerExposure to WebSphere application deployments and configurationsExperience with Apache TomcatEnterprise IntegrationSOAP Web ServicesWSDL, XML, XSDJMS MessagingJDBCConnection PoolsEnterprise Application IntegrationsFront-End TechnologiesAngularTypeScriptJavaScriptHTML5CSS3Database TechnologiesOracle DatabaseSQLRelational Database ConceptsDevOps & CI/CDMavenGitHubJenkinsDockerSonarQubeArtifactoryCI/CD PipelinesContainerizationDockerKubernetes FundamentalsApplication Deployment Concepts Preferred Requirement: Experience supporting WebSphere to Tomcat migrations.Understanding of Kubernetes-based deployments.Exposure to SAML-based authentication and authorization mechanisms.Experience with Control-M.Knowledge of Aerospike and Snowflake.Exposure to Financial Services, Asset Management, or Capital Markets domains.Understanding of performance tuning and application monitoring. Pay and Benefits Pay Range Minimum: $82000 /Annual Pay Range Maximum: $138000 / Annual HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to secure@hcltech.com for investigation. Compensation and Benefits A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the followi14520ng benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.