Senior Java Developer | Spring & Hibernate, Microservices, API Integration, Cloud, Agile

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking a skilled Java Developer to oversee the development of scalable high-performance enterprise applications. The role involves guiding a team of developers translating business needs into robust technical solutions and driving innovation through the adoption of best practices. You will be instrumental in shaping the technical architecture ensuring quality delivery and fostering continuous improvement to meet organizational goals and industry standards.

Software Requirements

Required Skills:

• Extensive experience with Java (version 8 or higher) and core Java concepts

• Proficiency in Java frameworks such as Spring Boot Hibernate and related libraries

• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and microservices architecture

• Strong understanding of SQL relational databases (MySQL Oracle SQL Server) and data management best practices

• Working knowledge of version control systems especially Git and branching strategies

• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies and tools like Jira or Azure DevOps

• Hands-on experience with build tools like Maven or Gradle

Preferred Skills:

• Experience integrating cloud computing platforms (AWS Azure GCP) into application architecture

• Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration systems (Kubernetes)

• Exposure to DevOps practices CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment strategies

• Understanding of application security best practices and performance tuning

Overall Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of Java-based enterprise applications and services

• Mentor and guide team members towards technical excellence code quality and best practices

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business analysts QA and operations to understand design and implement solutions

• Drive scalability performance and security in all development activities

• Conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards to ensure high-quality deliverables

• Design and optimize database schemas queries and data access layers

• Develop APIs and microservices ensuring proper integration with external systems and platforms

• Stay current with emerging Java frameworks tools and industry best practices for continuous improvement

• Facilitate agile ceremonies planning and retrospectives ensuring project milestones are met

• Support deployment troubleshooting and performance enhancement activities across the development lifecycle

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages & Frameworks:

• Essential: Java (version 8) Spring Boot Hibernate REST API development

• Preferred: MicroProfile JPA or other modern Java enterprise frameworks

Databases & Data Management:

• Essential: Relational databases like MySQL Oracle SQL Server; query optimization

• Preferred: NoSQL databases (MongoDB Cassandra) data models and caching solutions

Development Tools & Methodologies:

• Essential: Maven/Gradle Git Jira Agile/Scrum practices

• Preferred: Jenkins CI/CD pipelinesDevSecOps integration

Architectural & Integration:

• Essential: Microservices architecture API security and versioning standards

• Preferred: Cloud integration API Gateway message brokers

Security & Performance:

• Essential: Secure coding practices data encryption load testing basics

• Preferred: Application performance monitoring tools (New Relic AppDynamics) security frameworks

Experience Requirements

• 7 years of proven experience as a Java developer in enterprise settings

• Demonstrable success leading development teams and managing complex project deliverables

• Extensive hands-on experience designing and implementing microservices and API frameworks

• Proven ability to translate business requirements into scalable maintainable solutions

• Experience working in Agile teams with continuous integration and delivery practices

• Industry experience in finance banking or large-scale enterprise systems is a plus; equivalent experience in other domains is acceptable

Day-to-Day Activities

• Lead the design development and optimization of Java applications and microservices

• Mentor team members on coding standards best practices and technical challenges

• Collaborate with product owners business analysts and QA teams to ensure solution alignment

• Conduct code reviews unit testing and performance tuning exercises

• Troubleshoot application and system issues enhancing system resilience and scalability

• Participate in sprint planning backlog grooming and daily stand-ups within Agile methodologies

• Support deployment activities and automate release processes using CI/CD pipelines

• Maintain documentation related to system design APIs and deployment procedures

• Stay current with Java and framework updates evaluating new tools and methodologies

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or related field

• Certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Java SE certifications are a plus

• Proven leadership experience in managing development teams and delivering enterprise solutions

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex technical challenges

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

• Leadership qualities to motivate and develop team members

• Adaptability to evolving technologies and project requirements

• Focus on quality performance and security standards

• Continuous learning mindset and enthusiasm for innovation

SYNECHRONS DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds race ethnicities religion age marital status gender sexual orientations or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements mentoring internal mobility learning and development programs and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to the applicants gender gender identity sexual orientation race ethnicity disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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