Java Microservices Engineer – Cloud, API Development & Security

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking an experienced Senior Java Developer to lead the development of scalable high-performance enterprise applications leveraging microservices architectures and cloud platforms. This role involves designing implementing and maintaining robust backend systems that support critical business functions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable secure and efficient solutions aligned with business goals and industry best practices. Your contributions will enable digital transformation and operational excellence across various domains.

Software Requirements

Required:

• Extensive experience in Java Development (version 8) including building scalable applications using Spring Boot Spring MVC and Hibernate (5 years)

• Strong knowledge of microservices architecture RESTful API development and cloud deployment (AWS or similar)

• Hands-on experience with version control: Git and familiarity with branching strategies

• Working experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools such as JIRA or Confluence

• Solid understanding of SQL and relational databases (MySQL Oracle SQL Server)

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Cloud Platforms: AWS (ECS Lambda RDS CloudFormation CDK) or Azure

• Containerization: Docker and Kubernetes for deployment and orchestration

• Familiarity with DevOps practices for continuous integration delivery and automation

Overall Responsibilities

• Lead the design development and deployment of enterprise Java applications supporting business-critical processes

• Build and maintain REST APIs microservices and scalable backend systems aligned with business and technical requirements

• Collaborate with product managers UX/UI designers QA and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality secure solutions

• Conduct code reviews optimize performance and implement best practices in application architecture and security

• Support deployment automation infrastructure configuration and environment management

• Troubleshoot and resolve production incidents efficiently to meet service level agreements (SLAs)

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives including technical debt reduction and process automation

• Document architecture code and deployment procedures to support operational and compliance standards

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages (Essential):

• Java (version 8) with experience in multithreading concurrency and performance tuning

Frameworks & Libraries:

• Spring Boot Spring MVC Spring Data JPA Hibernate

• REST API design and secure API development

• Microservices architecture patterns and domain-driven design

Databases & Data Management:

• Relational: MySQL Oracle SQL Server

• Preferred: NoSQL databases like DynamoDB or MongoDB

Cloud Technologies:

• AWS services: ECS Lambda RDS CloudFormation CDK (preferred)

• Cloud deployment security and cost optimization strategies

DevOps & Automation:

• CI/CD tools: Git Jenkins GitHub Actions or similar

• Containerization: Docker Kubernetes

Security & Best Practices:

• API security data encryption and compliance standards (e.g. PCI DSS)

Experience Requirements

• 5 years of full-stack or backend Java development for enterprise applications

• Proven experience designing implementing and maintaining scalable secure microservices in cloud environments

• Industry experience supporting mission-critical applications in finance or regulated sectors preferred

• Familiarity with DevOps practices supporting automated deployment pipelines and infrastructure management

Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop enhance and optimize backend microservices and REST APIs for enterprise workflows

• Collaborate with teams across product security and operations to translate requirements into technical solutions

• Conduct code reviews and performance tuning to ensure high system reliability and responsiveness

• Participate in sprint planning daily stand-ups and technical discussions within Agile teams

• Support CI/CD pipelines and automate deployment processes

• Troubleshoot live system issues perform root cause analysis and implement fixes

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of architecture APIs and deployment procedures

• Stay proactive in adopting new tools frameworks and best practices for scalable system design

Qualifications

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

• 5 years of experience developing enterprise-scale Java applications within a cloud and microservices environment

• Certifications such as AWS Certified Developer or Azure Developer are advantageous

• Proven ability to support secure reliable and scalable systems supporting enterprise operations

Professional Competencies

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

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills for cross-functional collaboration

• Leadership qualities to guide junior developers and enforce best practices

• Adaptability to evolving technology standards and regulatory requirements

• Quality-focused with attention to performance security and operational resilience

• Innovative and proactive mindset for continuous improvement and technology adoption

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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