Job Title: Java Backend Developer

Experience Required: 7–10 Years
Location: Bangalore
Employment Type: [Full-Time

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Java Backend Developer to design and build robust, scalable, and secure backend services for enterprise-level applications. The role requires strong technical skills, a deep understanding of backend architecture, and the ability to work collaboratively in Agile teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend applications using Java.

Build scalable RESTful APIs and integrate with frontend components and third-party systems.

Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and QA teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.

Work on large-scale enterprise systems with complex business logic and data handling.

Participate in Agile development practices – sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives.

Conduct code reviews, write unit tests, and ensure adherence to best practices.

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly across environments.

Contribute to continuous improvement of software engineering standards and practices.

Required Skills & Experience:

7–10 years of hands-on backend development experience using Java (Java 8/11/17).

Strong expertise in Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Hibernate/JPA.

Proficient in developing and consuming RESTful APIs.

Solid understanding of Microservices architecture.

In-depth knowledge of multithreading, data structures, and algorithms.

Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.

Proficient with Git and version control best practices.

Exposure to DevOps tools like Jenkins, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.

Familiarity with Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus.

Experience with Kafka or other messaging systems is an added advantage.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Prior experience in the Banking or Financial Services domain is highly desirable.

Role Proficiency:

Act creatively to develop applications by selecting appropriate technical options optimizing application development maintenance and performance by employing design patterns and reusing proven solutions. Account for others' developmental activities; assisting Project Manager in day to day project execution.

Outcomes:

     Interpret the application feature and component designs to develop the same in accordance with specifications.      Code debug test document and communicate product component and feature development stages.      Validate results with user representatives integrating and commissions the overall solution.      Select and create appropriate technical options for development such as reusing improving or reconfiguration of existing components while creating own solutions for new contexts      Optimises efficiency cost and quality.      Influence and improve customer satisfaction      Influence and improve employee engagement within the project teams Set FAST goals for self/team; provide feedback to FAST goals of team members

Measures of Outcomes:

     Adherence to engineering process and standards (coding standards)      Adherence to project schedule / timelines      Number of technical issues uncovered during the execution of the project      Number of defects in the code      Number of defects post delivery      Number of non compliance issues      Percent of voluntary attrition On time completion of mandatory compliance trainings

Outputs Expected:

Code:

Code as per the design Define coding standards
templates and checklists Review code – for team and peers

Documentation:

Create/review templates
checklists
guidelines
standards for design/process/development Create/review deliverable documents. Design documentation
requirements
test cases and results

Configure:

Define and govern configuration management plan Ensure compliance from the team

Test:

Review/Create unit test cases
scenarios and execution Review test plan created by testing team Provide clarifications to the testing team

Domain relevance:

Advise software developers on design and development of features and components with deeper understanding of the business problem being addressed for the client Learn more about the customer domain and identify opportunities to provide value addition to customers Complete relevant domain certifications

Manage Project:

Support Project Manager with inputs for the projects Manage delivery of modules Manage complex user stories

Manage Defects:

Perform defect RCA and mitigation Identify defect trends and take proactive measures to improve quality

Estimate:

Create and provide input for effort and size estimation and plan resources for projects

Manage knowledge:

Consume and contribute to project related documents
share point
libraries and client universities Review the reusable documents created by the team

Release:

Execute and monitor release process

Design:

Contribute to creation of design (HLD
LLD
SAD)/architecture for applications
features business components and data models

Interface with Customer:

Clarify requirements and provide guidance to Development Team Present design options to customers Conduct product demos Work closely with customer architects for finalizing design

Manage Team:

Set FAST goals and provide feedback Understand aspirations of the team members and provide guidance
opportunities
etc Ensure team members are upskilled Ensure team is engaged in project Proactively identify attrition risks and work with BSE on retention measures

Certifications:

Obtain relevant domain and technology certifications

Skill Examples:

     Explain and communicate the design / development to the customer      Perform and evaluate test results against product specifications      Break down complex problems into logical components      Develop user interfaces business software components      Use data models      Estimate time and effort resources required for developing / debugging features / components      Perform and evaluate test in the customer or target environments      Make quick decisions on technical/project related challenges      Manage a team mentor and handle people related issues in team   Have the ability to maintain high motivation levels and positive dynamics within the team.   Interface with other teams designers and other parallel practices   Set goals for self and team. Provide feedback for team members   Create and articulate impactful technical presentations   Follow high level of business etiquette in emails and other business communication   Drive conference calls with customers and answer customer questions   Proactively ask for and offer help   Ability to work under pressure determine dependencies risks facilitate planning handling multiple tasks.   Build confidence with customers by meeting the deliverables timely with a quality product.   Estimate time and effort of resources required for developing / debugging features / components

Knowledge Examples:

     Appropriate software programs / modules      Functional & technical designing      Programming languages – proficient in multiple skill clusters      DBMS      Operating Systems and software platforms      Software Development Life Cycle      Agile – Scrum or Kanban Methods      Integrated development environment (IDE)      Rapid application development (RAD)   Modelling technology and languages   Interface definition languages (IDL) Broad knowledge of customer domain and deep knowledge of sub domain where problem is solved

Additional Comments:

Role - Java Backend Exp - (7-10) Key Responsibilities: Design and develop high-performance, scalable, and secure backend services using Java. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, business analysts, and QA. Work on large-scale enterprise systems with complex data and business logic. Develop RESTful APIs and integrate with front-end components and third-party systems. Optimize application performance and ensure quality through code reviews and unit testing. Participate in agile development processes including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner. Contribute to continuous improvement of development practices and standards. Required Skills & Experience: 7–10 years of experience in backend development using Java (Java 8/11/17). Strong experience in Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Hibernate/JPA. Proficient in building and consuming RESTful APIs. Experience with Microservices architecture. Good knowledge of multithreading, data structures, and algorithms. Familiarity with RDBMS (Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL) and SQL. Hands-on with version control systems like Git. Understanding of DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines. Exposure to Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) is a plus. Knowledge of Kafka or other messaging systems is a plus. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Experience working in the Banking/Finance domain is a strong advantage. Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.