About Green Island Interactive
Green Island Interactive is an internet solutions and consulting company that has been
providing clients in North America, Ireland and the U.K. with creative and effective web
solutions since 1999. Due to strong growth and rapid expansion, the company now has an
opening for a Java Web Developer with experience in e-commerce.
The Role
Green Island Interactive is currently performing a major upgrade of our online client
services platform, which includes content management, communications, e-commerce, and
much more. We're looking for a Java Web Developer to:
- Lead development of the e-commerce component of our service
- Implement the specifications of our Architect and CTO
- Integrate Open Source components where necessary
- Integrate e-commerce functionality with other system components
- Assist deployment of the end product
- Plan testing, logging, support, etc.
Start Date - Time Frame
This position is open immediately, and needs to be filled as soon as possible. Although
this position is available as a 6-8 month contract initially, a full-time position
with Green Island will be an option depending on performance. Working remotely is optional,
however the candidate should be within commuting distance of our Dublin location.
Experience
Solid "well rounded" experience with Java web development is a must, as well as specific
experience implementing enterprise scale e-commerce systems. The succesful applicant should
be mature and responsible. All of the following are required:
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in CS or related major
- 3+ years experience coding web systems/services in Java
- 2+ years experience implementing e-commerce with Java
- Diverse knowledge of Java and web technologies
Responsibilities
The successful candidate would be responsible for the following:
- Answering to CTO, team leads and project managers
- Management of own schedule (while working to project milestones and deadlines)
- High standards for integrity of final product
- Understanding & enforcement of coding standards & documentation
Skills
The successful candidate will possess most or all of the following skills:
- Object oriented design methodologies and patterns, UML
- Experience with MVC architecture
- Solid communications skills
- Ability to both see the big picture and implement the details
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Any systems administration knowledge a plus
- A positive, can-do attitude!
Technologies
Green Island uses predominantly Java and Open Source technologies. Knowledge of many
of the following is required:
- Code: Java, J2EE, JSP, Servlets
- Server: Apache with Tomcat
- Framework: Struts
- Database: MySQL, Hibernate and JCR a plus
- Web: HTML, XML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX
Environment
Applicants should be comfortable working in the following environments:
- OS: Windows and Linux
- IDE: Eclipse / MyEclipse
- Server: Apache with Tomcat
- Version Control: Subversion or other similar VCS
E-Commerce
This role will specifically deal with e-commerce development, and the applicant should have
solid practical experience developing online e-commerce applications. Knowledge of any of
the following would be useful:
- Complete online payment processing lifecycle
- Building connections to payment gateways
- PCI (Payment Card Industry) standards and compliance
- Techniques for secure storage of confidential information
- Online security in general
Salary
From 3k - 6k per month. Negotiable, and largely dependant on experience, and whether position is full-time
or contract. Please include salary requirements with CV/Résumé.
Benefits
At Green Island we believe that a modern, flexible working environment is the best way to keep
our team happy, reduce costs, and help the environment! While staff are expected to be
available for meetings with managers, team members and (possibly) clients on a regular basis, flexible
hours can be arranged and teleworking is optional. This position would not entail regular travel,
although infrequent trips between New York and Dublin locations may be required. Specific benefits
for this position will vary depending on whether it is full-time or contract. Off-site
training will be available if required. Excellent opportunity for advancement.
How To Apply?
Please make sure your qualifications match the job requirements. Then submit your CV/Résumé,
or any questions, to careers@mygreenisland.com.
Please specify the role for which you are applying, and include how you found out about the
position.
