Java Microservices Developer – Cloud, API, & Security Architect

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking a highly experienced Java Developer to lead the design development and deployment of enterprise-scale microservices and cloud-enabled backend solutions. This role focuses on creating scalable secure and high-performance APIs and services supporting critical business functions. As a key member of our development team you will drive technical excellence mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to implement innovative solutions aligned with organizational goals and industry standards.

Software Requirements

Required:

• Proven expertise in Java (version 8) with a strong command of Spring framework Hibernate and Java EE (8 years)

• Hands-on experience designing RESTful APIs and microservices architecture supporting enterprise systems

• Deep knowledge of cloud platformspreferably AWS Azure or GCPand supporting deployment models

• Extensive experience with databases: SQL (MySQL PostgreSQL SQL Server) with expertise in data modeling and query optimization

• Proficiency in version control tools: Git or similar

• Experience with build tools such as Maven or Gradle

• Familiarity with containerization: Docker and Kubernetes

Preferred:

• Additional programming skills in JavaScript or Python for automation or integration support

• Use of CI/CD tools: Jenkins GitHub Actions Azure DevOps

• Understanding of API security protocols: OAuth2 JWT API Gateway security

Overall Responsibilities

• Lead the development of enterprise-grade microservices and REST APIs supporting critical business functions

• Architect scalable secure and performant backend services in alignment with business needs and industry best practices

• Collaborate with product managers architecture teams and security officers to define technical requirements and review designs

• Mentor junior developers conduct code reviews and promote adherence to coding standards and design principles

• Support build and deployment processes including automation of CI/CD pipelines

• Troubleshoot optimize and resolve performance bottlenecks and security vulnerabilities in production systems

• Support platform upgrades cloud migration and environment configuration activities

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of system architecture API specifications and data models

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on system reliability security and scalability

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages (Essential):

• Java (version 8) for backend development

• Additional scripting languages (preferred): JavaScript Python

Frameworks & Libraries:

• Spring Boot Spring MVC Spring Data JPA

• REST API design frameworks and security integrations

Databases & Data Management:

• Relational: MySQL PostgreSQL SQL Server

• Data model optimization query tuning and schema design

Cloud & Containerization:

• Cloud deployment and orchestration: AWS Azure or GCP (preferred)

• Containerization: Docker Kubernetes (preferred)

Build & DevOps Tools:

• Maven Gradle Jenkins Git or other version control systems

• Automated deployment pipelines supporting CI/CD

Security & API Management:

• Implementation of OAuth2 JWT API security policies

• Secure data transmission and access control mechanisms

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Java application development supporting enterprise services

• Proven record of designing and deploying scalable microservices and REST APIs in cloud environments

• Experience with cloud-native architectures container orchestration and automation practices

• Demonstrated leadership in technical delivery code quality and security standards support

• Industry experience supporting regulatory environments (banking finance or regulated sectors) preferred

Day-to-Day Activities

• Architect develop and maintain scalable microservices supporting business workflows

• Implement secure REST APIs optimize for performance and scalability

• Collaborate with product teams architects and security teams during design and review processes

• Troubleshoot production issues perform root cause analysis and deploy fixes efficiently

• Support CI/CD pipeline development and automation for rapid reliable releases

• Monitor application performance conduct security assessments and optimize resource utilization

• Document system design data flows and API specifications to support operational processes

• Participate in technical reviews impact analysis and strategic planning meetings

• Lead or support infrastructure and environment upgrades supporting cloud deployment models

Qualifications

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

• 8 years of Java enterprise application experience with cloud deployment and microservices design

• Certifications in cloud platforms security or microservices architecture are advantageous

• Proven ability to deliver high-availability secure and scalable solutions in regulated environments

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and debugging skills for complex systems and performance issues

• Effective communication skills for collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders

• Leadership qualities to mentor junior engineers and enforce best practices

• Strategic thinking aligned with business goals and security requirements

• Adaptability to evolving technologies standards and regulations

• Innovation-minded proactively adopting new tools and frameworks for system optimization

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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