Associate Software Engineer - Linux Platforms

At First Advantage (Nasdaq: FA), people are at the heart of everything we do. From our customers and partners to our greatest advantage — our team members. Operating with empathy and compassion, First Advantage fosters a global inclusive workforce devoted to the diverse voices that make up our talent and products. Our team members empower each other to be their authentic selves and treat all with respect, integrity, and fairness.
Say hello to a rewarding career and come join a leading provider of mission-critical background screening solutions to some of the most recognized Fortune 100 and Global 500 brands.
We are seeking an Associate Software Engineer, good knowledge in Linux platforms who will be responsible to work on implementation, configuration, maintenance, and performance of critical production systems, to ensure the availability and consistent performance of our corporate applications.
What We Do:
We are on the frontline of recruitment enabling organizations to Hire Smarter. Onboard Faster™ First Advantage is an HR Tech company delivering innovative solutions and insights to enable our clients to manage risk and hire the best talent. Leveraging an advanced technology platform, First Advantage builds fully scalable, configurable screening programs that meet the unique needs of over 33,000 clients. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA and with an internationally distributed workforce spanning 19 countries with about 5,500 employees, First Advantage performs over 93 million screens in over 200 countries and territories annually.
Who You Are:
You are self-motivated and ready to “roll up your sleeves." While you are an independent contributor, you are also collaborative. You can spearhead a project and see it through from start to completion.
As a team player, you navigate cross-functional teams and work well with team members in other business units and departments toward a common goal.
An Innovator — you see gaps in current processes or workflows as an opportunity to improve and try something new.
A lifelong learner and always seeking out opportunities to learn and upskill, you understand the importance of thorough and secure screenings and are interested in the Human Capital sector and the confluence of people, process, and technology.
What You'll Do 
Responsibilities:

• Strong communication skills for gaining understanding, support and compliance from both executive and junior audiences.
•  Strong collaboration skills.
•  Technical acumen to convert plans into real solutions.
•  Customer focused individual who must be able to effectively work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and effectively collaborate across teams.
•  Must be detailed oriented and able to provide superior level of customer service to employees and colleagues.
•  Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills required.
•  Must be self-motivated, highly organized with the ability to prioritize independently while demonstrating a sense of urgency.
•  Ability to produce accurate work under pressure with frequent deadlines.
•  Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise independent judgment in the performance of duties.
•  Ability to manage change effectively, always mindful of technology, business processes and systems implication.
•  Exception written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with management, technical peers, and business stakeholders

What You May Need to be Successful:

• B.E or master’s degree in computer science, or equivalent 
• Preferred Experience Minimum 6 months to1 year (or) Fresher Engineering graduate with good pedigree with relevant Linux Certification, and / OR Internship experience
• Knowledge on Linux Platforms
• Knowledge on Tomcat, JBoss and WebLogic
• Project Ownership experience
• Exposure to DevOps build, release and deployment activities
• Exposure to Java Application/Web servers including configuration, deploying, debugging
• Ensuring that all capabilities delivered align with original business objectives and requirement
• Ensuring documentation is kept up to date (process, functional, and technical)
•  Coordinating business unit testing (BU QA/QC) of system enhancement and upgrades
• Maintaining strong working relationships with stakeholders, peers, and leaders
• Good in Analytical skills
• Good in Verbal and written skills
   

Why First Advantage is Your Next Big Career Move
First Advantage is going through a technology transformation! We are looking for experts who are excited to work with advanced technologies and provide best-in-class user experiences, drive the development and deployment of scalable solutions, and smoothly guide our agile teams and clients through meaningful changes as we continue to expand our impact.
What Are You Waiting For? Apply Today!
You have learned a little about us today – we want to learn about you! If you think this position and our company are a great fit for your areas of interest and expertise, tell us about you by applying now!
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS – India Region:

• Most of the roles are enabled with the ability to work remotely with occasional business travel. Hybrid working model
• Comprehensive employee Leave policy
• Career progressions through Internal job opportunities and Global Talent mobility programs
• Career Development: Mentoring Program, People Management Program, cross-functions training, soft skills training.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities. Upskilling and reskilling opportunities mobilized through e-learning platforms
• Training and Certification reimbursement programs
• Medical Insurance coverage for employees and parental insurance benefits available. Calendarized Employee Wellness programs
• Quarterly Rewards and Recognition program to recognize exemplary performance
• Other attractive allowances – Weekend working, Holiday pay, Relocation assistance, Maternity bonus, Creche allowance & Other allowance etc.