Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Develop and maintain business application and reporting components to meet project timelines, with a strong focus on Thunderhead Smart Communications and JasperReports.
Translate business specifications into detailed technical design and documentation, aligned with client's project standards.
Design and build reusable Thunderhead templates and components, ensuring consistency, scalability, and maintainability.
Create and maintain high-quality, parameterized reports using JasperReports, integrating with Java-based backends and external data sources.
Ensure compliance with system development guidelines, coding standards, and best practices throughout the SDLC.
Work closely with frontend/backend developers, analysts, vendors, and business users to ensure clear understanding and delivery of requirements.
Apply strong knowledge of object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms to design efficient and maintainable systems.
Utilize XML/JSON data formats and integrate reporting modules with APIs and databases.
Manage codebase using version control tools (e.g., SVN), support build and deployment processes using Maven and Jenkins, and troubleshoot issues during SIT/UAT and production rollout.
Keep current with technology trends and continuously improve output management and reporting processes to align with business needs.
Job Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
3–6 years of hands-on experience in reporting/output management development.
Strong expertise in Thunderhead Smart Communications (or NOW) and JasperReports; experience with Crystal Reports is an added advantage.
Proficient in building component-based, reusable, and testable modules for both document templates and reporting dashboards.
Hands-on experience in Java, Spring Boot, and working knowledge of DB2, Oracle, and PL/SQL.
Skilled in XML, JSON, and API-based data integrations.
Experience with build tools and CI/CD pipelines using Maven and Jenkins for deployment automation.
Familiar with Agile / Scrum methodologies, with experience participating in sprints and collaborative development environments.
Strong attention to detail, excellent time management, and the ability to work independently under pressure.
Good communication and teamwork skills; able to guide junior developers (for senior roles).
Experience in the financial services industry is a plus.
