Java Developer for High-Volume Batch Job Overhaul

Northbay Systems

Contract · Remote · Flexible hours

About the role

Northbay Systems is building a next‑gen financial platform and needs a Java Developer to lead a test automation uplift for its core "LedgerPulse" module. The goal is to cut regression risk dramatically before each major release, ensuring smooth launches for new features.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement a Selenium‑based automation framework integrated with JUnit 5 for the LedgerPulse service.
• Develop reusable test libraries in Java, covering API, UI, and database validation.
• Collaborate with QA and product owners to prioritize high‑impact test cases and define automation milestones.
• Set up CI pipelines in GitLab CI/CD to run automated suites on every merge request.
• Analyze flaky test patterns, introduce stable data fixtures, and report coverage metrics weekly.
• Document framework architecture and handover guidelines for future maintenance.

Must-have skills

• Strong Java (8+) development experience, especially with testing frameworks.
• Proficiency in Selenium, JUnit/TestNG, and REST API testing.
• Hands‑on experience with MySQL schema design and query optimization.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (GitLab CI, Jenkins) and Docker containers.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable code and unit tests.

Nice to have

• Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter.
• Knowledge of microservice architecture and Spring Boot.