The Opportunity
The Senior Alfresco Software Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining applications using Alfresco's enterprise content management (ECM) platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Alfresco, a deep understanding of ECM concepts, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
What we are looking for:
- 10-15 years of experience in application development and maintenance
- Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Java and Alfresco SDK and Tomcat.
- Strong expertise in Java programming, familiar with frameworks such as Spring Boot/Spring MVC
- Experience in scripting languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python).
- In-depth understanding of content models, workflows, and Alfresco-specific APIs.
- Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments for system administration.
- Experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and troubleshooting SQL queries.
- Knowledge of web services protocols (REST/SOAP) and system integrations.
- Experience with Alfresco Process Services (APS) or Activiti workflow engines.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with JavaScript and modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue)
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud-based Alfresco deployments.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins or Git.
- Hands-on experience with Azure.
- Knowledge of Apache Tomcat and Nginx for Alfresco hosting.
On the job you will:
- Alfresco Platform Administration & Maintenance:
- Install, configure, and administer the Alfresco Content Services platform (Community and Enterprise versions).
- Manage upgrades, patches, and performance tuning for Alfresco environments.
- Monitor and troubleshoot system performance and availability issues.
- Competent in conducting daily development and operational tasks in a Linux environment.
- Development & Customization:
- Analyze, design, and develop on the Alfresco platform, optimizing existing system functionalities.
- Develop custom modules, scripts, workflows, and extensions using Java
- Write Java-based services to integrate Alfresco with other systems via APIs or web services (e.g., REST, SOAP).
- System Integration and Support:
- Work with cross-functional teams to integrate Alfresco with other enterprise systems (e.g., ERPs, CRMs).
- Provide support for users and stakeholders, handling escalations and debugging issues effectively.
- Collaborate with DevOps teams for CI/CD pipelines, deployments, and backups.
- Documentation & Best Practices:
- Maintain technical documentation, installation guides, and configuration playbooks.
- Establish and promote best practices in Alfresco configuration and development.
- Training & Mentorship:
- Provide hands-on training, knowledge-sharing sessions, and technical guidance to engineers and teammates on Alfresco engineering concepts and best practices.
- Develop training materials and documentation for internal teams to enhance their skills in Alfresco development, configuration, and administration.
- Foster a collaborative learning environment and encourage continuous improvement.
When you join our team:
- We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
- We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
- As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
About Manulife and John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.
Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.
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