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Java Developer – (Zimbra)
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Java Developer - (Zimbra)
We’re seeking an experienced Java Developer to contract for our team for a highly
focused 6 month project, in order enhance our product suite by developing custom
extensions and Zimlets for Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS). This role requires
expertise in Java, secure operations, Linux command line proficiency, automated
testing, and CI/CD pipeline management. Prior experience with Zimbra is a plus but not
required. The ability to read and understand Zimbra documentation is essential,
however.
• Develop & Maintain: Design, develop, deploy and support custom Zimbra
extensions and Zimlets.
• Secure Operations: Implement and manage secure file transfer operations
using SSH and SCP.
• Linux Proficiency: Utilize the Linux command line for development,
deployment, and troubleshooting tasks.
• Automated Testing: Develop and execute automated test scripts to ensure
software quality, using frameworks like JUnit or TestNG.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Configure and maintain CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Bitbucket
Pipelines, Jenkins, GitLab CI) to streamline development and deployment.
• Code Quality: Write clean, scalable, and well-documented Java code;
participate in code reviews and testing.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate new
features and troubleshoot issues.
• Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation for developed
features and processes.
• Dependency Management – Proficient in managing project dependencies and
builds.
• Logging & Monitoring – Experience in application monitoring and debugging in
production environments.
• Database Knowledge - Ability to work with databases and optimize queries if
needed.
• Performance Optimisation & Profiling– Ensuring optimal performance for
extensions and Zimlets.
• Containerisation & Orchestration) – Understanding of containerized
deployment and orchestration.
• Authentication & Security– Familiarity with modern authentication
mechanisms.
• Email Protocols & Zimbra APIs– Experience integrating with Zimbra email
functionalities.
• Concurrency & Multithreading in Java – Handling multiple simultaneous email-
related operations efficiently.
Location:
Remote
Job Type:
6 Month Contract
Date:
12 Mar 2025
Requirements
Java Expertise: Strong proficiency in Java, with experience in J2EE frameworks
and related technologies.
• Integration Expertise: Strong proficiency in integrating Java with REST APIs.
• Security Protocols: Solid understanding of SSH and SCP for secure
communication and file transfers.
• Linux Skills: Highly Proficient in Linux command line usage and basic shell
scripting.
• Testing Automation: Experience with automated testing frameworks and
practices to ensure code quality.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Practical experience with Bitbucket Pipelines or similar CI/CD
tools to support continuous integration and deployment.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to debug
complex issues.
• Team Player: Effective communication skills and proven experience working in
collaborative, agile development environments.
Bonus Qualifications (Nice to Have):
• Zimbra Experience: Familiarity with the Zimbra Collaboration Suite, particularly
in developing custom authentication extensions and Zimlets.
Soft Skills:
• Independent Problem-Solving & Time Management – Ability to work
autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Technical Documentation & Knowledge Sharing – Ensuring proper
documentation for seamless handovers.
• Stakeholder Communication & Expectation Management – Effectively
communicating progress and technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.