Key Responsibilities:

Backend Development
Design and implement robust, secure, and scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code adhering to coding standards and best practices
Ensure seamless integration with frontend applications, third-party APIs, and microservices
Design, implement, and optimize relational databases, particularly MariaDB, for high availability and performance
Drive the adoption of best practices in coding, testing, and software design
System Architecture and Design
Collaborate with Tech Leads, Dev Leads, Architects and other developers to design highly scalable microservices and distributed systems
Provide technical input and insights during architectural discussions
Ensure systems are built to handle the stringent requirements of the banking industry, such as security, compliance, and performance
Agile Development
Actively participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, QA engineers, and DevOps teams
Break down complex business requirements into user stories and technical tasks
Code Quality and Testing
Perform peer code reviews to ensure high-quality code and adherence to standards
Develop unit tests, integration tests, and system tests to ensure code reliability and functionality
Monitor and debug production issues to ensure smooth operation of backend services
Continuous Improvement
Identify and implement improvements in system architecture, code quality, and development processes
Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to propose innovative solutions

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
5+ years of experience in software development as a backend developer
Proficiency in Java and frameworks like Spring Boot
Strong hands-on experience with SQL and relational database systems such as MariaDB
Strong working experience with RESTful API design and implementation
Knowledge of microservices architecture and containerization tools like Docker/Kubernetes
Working experience with testing tools like JUnit, TestNG, Spock, Mockito, etc
Build cloud solutions with the best industrial practices - elastically scalable, proper fault tolerance, highly reliable, highly secured, and easily managed architecture
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies
Understanding of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and automation tools
Experience with monitoring tools like Grafana, or ELK stack
Experience with cloud platforms such as PCF or OpenShift
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
Experience working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment

Junior Java Backend Developer (Java, Springboot)