Java Developer | Microservices, Spring Boot, Cloud (AWSAzure), Leadership, Performance Optimization

Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a highly experienced Java Developer to lead our enterprise application development this role you will oversee the design development and deployment of scalable high-performance Java-based systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into robust technical solutions ensuring system reliability security and maintainability. Your leadership will drive project delivery and innovation aligning technology efforts with organizational objectives.

Software Requirements

• Required: Java (version 11) Spring Boot Hibernate/JPA RESTful API development Git Maven Jenkins or equivalent CI/CD tools SQL databases (MySQL Oracle SQL Server)

• Preferred: Microservices architecture Docker Kubernetes cloud platforms (AWS Azure GCP) API gateways security frameworks (OAuth2 JWT) performance monitoring tools (Grafana ELK Splunk)

• Experience level: 5 years of professional Java development in enterprise environments

Overall Responsibilities

• Lead the development enhancement and deployment of scalable Java applications and microservices

• Guide and mentor a team of Java developers to deliver high-quality maintainable code within project deadlines

• Convert complex business requirements into reliable scalable and secure technical solutions

• Collaborate with product managers architects and QA teams on design development and testing processes

• Conduct code reviews enforce coding standards and ensure adherence to best practices

• Optimize system and database performance through tuning efficient query design and scalable architecture

• Support CI/CD pipelines automate deployment workflows and troubleshoot system issues

• Develop and maintain technical documentation architecture diagrams and operational procedures

• Stay updated with the latest Java frameworks cloud technologies and industry standard practices

Technical Skills (By Category)

• Programming Languages:

  • Essential: Java (version 11) Java EE Spring Boot REST API development object-oriented design principles

  • Preferred: Kotlin or Scala for supplementary services or microservices

• Databases/Data Management:

  • Relational databases such as MySQL Oracle SQL Server; schema design query optimization data modeling

  • NoSQL databases like MongoDB or Cassandra are a plus

• Cloud Technologies:

  • Basic knowledge of deploying and managing applications on AWS Azure or GCP (preferred)

• Frameworks and Libraries:

  • Spring Boot Spring Data Hibernate API Gateway tools security frameworks (OAuth2 JWT)

• Development Tools & Methodologies:

  • Git Maven Jenkins Docker Kubernetes Agile/Scrum TDD/BDD (JUnit Mockito Cucumber)

• Security & Protocols:

  • Implementation of secure authentication practices data encryption and adherence to best security standards

Experience Requirements

• 5 years of professional Java application development experience with a focus on scalable enterprise-grade systems

• Proven leadership skills in managing development teams and guiding project execution

• Hands-on experience with microservices containerization and cloud deployment

• Strong capabilities in system performance tuning security and architecture design

• Domain experience in finance banking or fintech sectors is desirable but extensive enterprise experience in other domains is acceptable

Day-to-Day Activities

• Lead the development review and deployment of Java-based microservices and applications

• Collaborate with cross-team stakeholders to refine requirements and develop technical solutions

• Conduct regular code reviews provide mentorship to junior developers and ensure code quality and security standards are met

• Troubleshoot performance issues system outages and security vulnerabilities with timely resolution

• Optimize database and application performance including query tuning and architecture improvements

• Maintain technical documentation and participate in sprint meetings planning and retrospectives

• Stay informed of new tools frameworks and best practices for Java development and enterprise architecture

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related discipline

• 5 years of proven experience in Java enterprise development leadership and scalable system design

• Certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) AWS Solutions Architect or similar are advantageous

• Strong analytical troubleshooting and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate within Agile teams

Professional Competencies

• Critical thinking and advanced problem-solving abilities for high-impact technical challenges

• Effective team leadership mentorship and stakeholder management skills

• Excellent communication skills to oversee deliverables and coordinate across teams

• Adaptability to evolving technologies and project scopes

• Ownership of technical quality security and performance improvements

• Excellent time management and organizational skills to meet project deadlines and goals

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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