Java Developer

Synechron is seeking a skilled Java Developer to join their dynamic technology team. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining robust Java-based applications supporting core business functions. The developer will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and contribute to innovative solutions aligned with organizational objectives. Expertise will directly impact the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of software systems, enabling Synechron to meet evolving client needs and technological advancements.

Must Have

• Proficiency in Java (Java 8 or higher) with demonstrable hands-on coding experience.
• Strong experience in Java testing frameworks, particularly JUnit.
• Familiarity with Spring Framework, including Spring Boot for microservices development.
• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable Java-based applications and microservices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather technical requirements and translate business needs into software solutions.
• Maintain and enhance existing applications, ensuring high performance, security, and reliability.
• Implement best practices in coding, testing, documentation, and deployment.
• Participate in code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions to uphold quality standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.
• Support troubleshooting and issue resolution throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• 5 to 7 years of professional experience in Java application development.
• Demonstrable experience with RESTful service development and integration.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate within diverse and multidisciplinary teams.
• Adaptability to evolving project requirements and technologies.
• Initiative and innovation in addressing new challenges.
• Strong time management and organization skills to prioritize tasks efficiently.

Good to Have

• Experience working with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB.
• Knowledge of messaging platforms like Kafka.
• Understanding of RESTful API development and integration.
• Working knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems.
• Proficiency in SQL for database querying and management.
• Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of additional JVM languages (e.g., Kotlin, Groovy).
• Experience with other Java frameworks (e.g., Hibernate, Jersey).
• Basic understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Implementation of authentication and authorization practices.
• Proven experience working in a financial or related sector.
• Exposure to NoSQL databases like MongoDB or messaging systems such as Kafka.
• Experience working within Agile/Scrum environments.
• Relevant certifications (such as Oracle Certified Professional Java SE, Spring, or DevOps certifications).
• Commitment to ongoing learning and certification in emerging technologies.

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking a skilled Java Developer to join our dynamic technology team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust Java-based applications that support our core business functions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and contribute to delivering innovative solutions that align with our organizational objectives. Your expertise will directly impact the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of our software systems, enabling Synechron to meet evolving client needs and technological advancements.

Software Requirements

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in Java (Java 8 or higher) with demonstrable hands-on coding experience
• Strong experience in Java testing frameworks, particularly JUnit
• Familiarity with Spring Framework, including Spring Boot for microservices development

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB
• Knowledge of messaging platforms like Kafka
• Understanding of RESTful API development and integration
• Working knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems
• Proficiency in SQL for database querying and management
• Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes)

Overall Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable Java-based applications and microservices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather technical requirements and translate business needs into effective software solutions.
• Maintain and enhance existing applications, ensuring high performance, security, and reliability.
• Implement best practices in coding, testing, documentation, and deployment.
• Participate in code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions to uphold quality standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools to optimize productivity and quality outcomes.
• Support troubleshooting and issue resolution throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages

• Required: Java (Java 8 or higher)
• Preferred: Knowledge of additional JVM languages (e.g., Kotlin, Groovy)

Databases/Data Management

• Required: SQL database experience (MySQL, PostgreSQL or similar)
• Preferred: MongoDB or other NoSQL databases

Cloud Technologies

• Basic understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is desirable but not mandatory

Frameworks and Libraries

• Required: Spring Framework, Spring Boot
• Preferred: Experience with other Java frameworks (e.g., Hibernate, Jersey)

Development Tools and Methodologies

• Required: Version control (Git), JUnit testing, build tools (Maven or Gradle)
• Preferred: CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes)

Security Protocols

• Implementation of authentication and authorization practices desirable but not mandatory

Experience Requirements

• 5 to 7 years of professional experience in Java application development.
• Proven experience working in a financial or related sector is preferred.
• Demonstrable experience with RESTful service development and integration.
• Exposure to NoSQL databases like MongoDB or messaging systems such as Kafka is advantageous.
• Experience working within Agile/Scrum environments is a plus.

Alternative Experience: Candidates with extensive Java development experience in related industries or large-scale enterprise environments may be considered based on skill transferability.

Day-to-Day Activities

• Engaging in daily stand-ups, planning, and review meetings with development teams.
• Developing new features, enhancing existing functionalities, and integrating third-party services.
• Writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code to meet project specifications.
• Conducting unit testing, code reviews, and participating in debugging and troubleshooting efforts.
• Collaborating with systems analysts, product owners, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment.
• Maintaining documentation for code, systems, and deployment procedures.
• Monitoring application performance and implementing improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Relevant certifications (such as Oracle Certified Professional Java SE, Spring certifications, or DevOps certifications) are desirable.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and certification in emerging technologies.

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate within diverse and multidisciplinary teams.
• Adaptability to evolving project requirements and technologies.
• Initiative and innovation in addressing new challenges.
• Strong time management and organization skills to prioritize tasks efficiently.