Java Developer

Zenith Insurance Company (United States)

. Develop and maintain Java applications based on business requirements and technical specifications .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRoseville • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $98,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in Java application development and maintenance, with strong experience in SQL, REST APIs, and unit testing frameworks. Demonstrates effective communication and collaboration skills while adhering to secure coding practices and industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Java Application DevelopmentSQL Statement TroubleshootingSpring Boot and HibernateREST API DevelopmentUnit Testing with JUnit or Mockito

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Hard Skills

JavaSQLREST APIsUnit TestingObject-Oriented ProgrammingHTMLCSSJavaScriptRelational Database ConceptsSecure Coding Practices

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsEffective CommunicationCollaborationPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

Spring BootHibernateMavenGradleDockerKubernetesElasticsearchOpenSearchGitAWS or Azure

Industry Keywords

Insurance Industry KnowledgeApplication MaintenanceProduction SupportDeployment ActivitiesOWASP Top 10

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureDockerElasticSearchGradleHibernateJavaJavaScriptJUnitKubernetesMavenMockitoSpringSpring BootSpringBootSQLVue.js

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain Java applications based on business requirements and technical specifications
Write and debug SQL statements to support application functionality, troubleshoot issues, and validate data
Troubleshoot application defects by reviewing code, logs, and database information
Develop and maintain unit tests and support application testing
Participate in code reviews and follow development standards, security practices, and change-management procedures
Document application changes and communicate progress, issues, and dependencies
Support application deployments and production issue resolution as needed
Complete the development life cycle for simple to moderately complex application components
Work collaboratively with developers, business analysts, and testing teams to deliver enhancements and resolve issues
Apply logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience with application maintenance, production support, or deployment activities
Experience with Spring Boot and Hibernate
Experience developing or consuming REST APIs and working with JSON or XML
Exposure to unit-testing frameworks such as JUnit or Mockito
Familiarity with build tools such as Maven or Gradle
Exposure to Docker and Kubernetes
Familiarity with Elasticsearch or OpenSearch
Familiarity with Vue.js
Basic understanding of AWS / Azure
Insurance industry knowledge
Familiarity with secure coding practices such as the OWASP Top 10
High School Diploma or equivalent combination of training/experience required
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of training/experience required
3+ years related work experience required
Working knowledge of core Java and object-oriented programming concepts
Ability to write and troubleshoot SQL statements, with an understanding of relational database concepts
Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Familiarity with version-control systems such as Git
Ability to understand existing application code and implement enhancements and defect fixes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently on defined assignments and collaborate with team members
Ability to prioritize work, communicate obstacles, and follow through on assignments
Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer-sponsored work authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Parental Leave
Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance
401(k), Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Education and Training Reimbursement
Paid Leave: 3 weeks/year Vacation, 2 weeks/year Sick Leave
10 paid Company Holidays, 2 Personal Days, 2 Floating Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Career advancement support