SQL & Java Developer

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
About Horizontal:
Established since 2003 in the US, Horizontal solves complex challenges across two distinct businesses: Horizontal Digital and Horizontal Talent. We are consistently recognized for being a top workplace and one of the fastest-growing private companies. Horizontal Talent specializes in staffing for IT, Digital & Creative, and Business & Strategy markets. We have global offices in the US, UAE, India, and Malaysia.

Overview
We are seeking a skilled
SQL & Java Developer
to join our IT team. The role is responsible for the
design, development, enhancement, and maintenance
of enterprise applications, ensuring high performance, reliability, and alignment with business requirements. This role will also provide
technical support, system integration, incident management, and continuous improvement
of systems in collaboration with business users and cross-functional IT teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications, ensuring code quality, scalability, and compliance with best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and provide permanent solutions for Java application issues.
• Stay updated with emerging Java technologies, performing impact assessments where needed.
• Design, maintain, and optimize SQL databases, queries, and stored procedures for reporting, batch processing, and online applications.
• Integrate systems using Java, SQL, APIs, web services, and batch scripting.
• Collaborate with business teams to gather requirements and conduct feasibility analysis.
• Translate functional specifications into technical specifications, impact assessments, and technical documentation.
• Perform unit testing, integration testing, and support user acceptance testing to ensure robust delivery.
• Provide 2nd-level production support and incident management in close collaboration with analysts and external vendors.
• Support IT risk assessments, infrastructure initiatives, and disaster recovery activities.
• Participate in product launches, projects, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Review and enforce adherence to application design best practices and regulatory security guidelines.
• Key Stakeholders: Business Users, Business Analysts, System Analysts, Solution Architects, Technical Vendors, Project Managers

Qualifications & Skills
Essential Technical Skills:

• Minimum 5–6 years of relevant working experience.
• Strong proficiency in SQL programming and relational databases (Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL).
• Hands-on experience with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Visual Studio, and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS).
• Proficiency in Java programming with experience in frameworks such as Spring Boot, Hibernate, Struts, or Maven.
• Familiarity with modern development and CI/CD tools: Azure, Veracode, Git, JFrog, Eclipse, AppDynamics.
• Experience in application deployment and configuration (including IBM InfoSphere).
• Knowledge of web technologies (batch scripts, APIs, JavaScript, web services).
• Experience with both Agile and Waterfall SDLC methodologies.
• Proven ability in debugging, troubleshooting, and resolving application issues.
• Knowledge of the Life Insurance domain is an advantage.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Aligns technical solutions with business strategy.
• Collaboration: Builds strong partnerships across teams and vendors.
• Customer Focus: Delivers customer-centric solutions and seamless user experiences.
• Integrity & Accountability: Upholds organizational values and ensures quality delivery.

The above description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.