Java Web Developer (LATAM)

Job Description

A Java Web Developer builds and maintains dynamic web applications using Java-based server-side technologies, developing features across the presentation and application layers in collaboration with designers, back-end engineers, and stakeholders.

What We Expect From You:

• Develop server-side web logic using Java EE, Jakarta EE, or Spring MVC, building maintainable and well-tested application components.
• Build and maintain web UIs using templating engines like JSP or Thymeleaf, or integrate with modern JavaScript front-end frameworks.
• Design and query relational databases using MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle, ensuring efficient schema design and query performance.
• Implement and consume RESTful web services, documenting endpoints clearly for front-end teams and third-party consumers.
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and responsive layouts across a range of devices and screen sizes.
• Apply web security best practices including OWASP guidelines, CSRF protection, and XSS prevention throughout the application layer.
• Maintain and deploy applications on servlet containers such as Tomcat or JBoss, supporting both on-premise and cloud environments.

Requirements

• 2+ years of Java web development experience with a solid understanding of the request-response lifecycle and HTTP fundamentals.
• Practical experience with Spring MVC or Java EE / Jakarta EE for building enterprise-grade web application components.
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+) for building and styling interactive front-end pages.
• Experience with server-side templating using Thymeleaf, JSP, or a comparable view technology.
• Solid SQL skills and experience using JDBC, JPA, or Hibernate to interact with relational databases.
• Familiarity with deploying applications to Tomcat, JBoss, or WildFly in development and production environments.
• Proficiency in English.