1. Good understanding of the project life cycle process and ability to work in a team.2. Proven ability to transform client’s requirements into well-functional application modules using Java technology.3. Rich experience in leading onsite/offshore model projects using different software methodologies.4. Expertise in refactoring code using GOF design patterns.5. Expertise in developing large and highly configurable applications.6. Sound RDBMS concepts and extensively worked with DB2, Oracle and Sybase.7. Strong coding skills on JDK, Hibernate, Spring, Eclipse, Websphere, SOAP, Web Services8. Strong experience in implementation of SOA architecture: Synchronous and Asynchronous communications using Messaging tools and Web Services.9. Strong knowledge in XML processing using DOM parsers – Xerces, Crimson, JDOM.10. A consistent, technical and hands-on designer & developer in Java.11. Ability to learn new technologies quickly and to evaluate their architectural applicability.