Java Developer

About The Company

Fannie Mae is a leading organization dedicated to promoting affordable housing and fostering sustainable homeownership opportunities across the United States. With a mission to support the housing finance industry, Fannie Mae plays a crucial role in ensuring that millions of homeowners and renters have access to quality, affordable housing options. The company thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to making a positive impact on communities. Employees at Fannie Mae are empowered to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of housing finance, offering a dynamic and energizing environment for professional growth and development.

About The Role

We are seeking a skilled Java Developer to join our Software Engineering team at Fannie Mae. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, testing, and implementing core software solutions that support our IT architecture and cloud-based systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, create solution frameworks, and ensure the seamless integration of new and existing technologies. This position offers the flexibility to be based either in our Reston, VA, or Plano, TX office, with opportunities to contribute to innovative projects that impact the housing industry. Your expertise will help enhance our technical infrastructure, optimize data management, and improve service delivery across our platforms.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 2 years of professional experience in software development, with a strong background in Java and related technologies. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required. Desired qualifications include at least 4 years of experience, proficiency in Java/J2EE frameworks such as Spring and Spring Boot, and familiarity with front-end technologies like Angular, TypeScript, or ReactJS. Experience with cloud services, particularly AWS, including S3, ECS Fargate, EC2, SQS/SNS, Lambda, and CloudWatch, is highly preferred. Candidates should have a solid understanding of relational databases such as Oracle or PostgreSQL, and be comfortable using APIs, SDKs, and AWS CLI tools. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, testing automation tools like Selenium, Karate, or Cucumber, and development tools such as IntelliJ, Eclipse, Git, and JIRA will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document detailed requirements from stakeholders to understand customer needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Design, develop, and implement software applications and services that align with organizational goals and technical standards.
• Apply process-driven and best practice approaches in solution design, ensuring scalability, security, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with senior team members to evaluate and incorporate new technologies and frameworks into existing systems.
• Maintain and enhance existing software solutions through standard development practices, troubleshooting, and updates.
• Leverage AWS services and DevOps tools to build, test, deploy, and monitor applications efficiently.
• Participate in code reviews, testing automation, and continuous integration processes to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Assist in documenting technical specifications, user stories, and system architecture diagrams for ongoing support and future enhancements.
  
  

Benefits

Fannie Mae offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. This includes competitive health insurance plans, life insurance, voluntary lifestyle benefits, and wellness programs. Employees also have access to retirement savings plans, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Our flexible work environment and commitment to work-life balance ensure that team members can thrive both personally and professionally. Additionally, Fannie Mae fosters an inclusive culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing a supportive environment for all employees.

Equal Opportunity

Fannie Mae is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, or any other protected characteristic. We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. If you require assistance or accommodations, please contact us through the appropriate channels. We believe diversity enhances our organization and are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.