SRE Developer (Java, Kubernetes & Cloud-Native Expert)

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead SRE Developer with a strong background in Java and Kotlin. The ideal candidate will lead a team of Java developers, ensuring high-quality software delivery and support for production environments. This role involves designing and implementing scalable Java solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving innovation through the adoption of new technologies.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Java developers and ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Develop and maintain Java-based applications and systems.
• Design and implement scalable and efficient Java solutions to meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and drive innovation.
• Provide support for production environments, guiding users to appropriate teams for issue resolution and incident escalation as needed.

Technical Skills:

Primary Skills:

• Expertise in SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) practices.
• Proficiency in Java (mandatory) and Kotlin (preferred).
• Strong understanding of OOPs concepts, concurrency, and exception handling.
• Hands-on experience in designing and building Java microservices using VERT.X and SPRING BOOT.
• Proficient in GitHub Actions for efficient code integration and deployment workflows.
• Expertise in Cloud-native technologies, including Kubernetes, Helm, and containerization.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of databases like Cassandra, Couchbase, and MongoDB.
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Micrometer, Prometheus, Elastic, Kibana, Grafana, and Splunk.

Secondary Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development of complex applications or highly scalable solutions end-to-end in SDLC.

Experience:

• At least 6-8 years of experience in Java development.
• Proven experience leading a team of Java developers.
• Previous experience in delivering Java-based solutions for large enterprises.

Day-to-Day Activities:

• Lead and mentor a team of Java developers.
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Develop, test, and deploy Java-based applications and systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and implement new technologies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced certifications in Java development (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 11 Developer).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

SYNECHRON’S 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 applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more.

Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

For more information on the company, please visit our website or LinkedIn community.

Sustainability and Health Safety Commitment

At Synechron, we are committed to integrating sustainability into our business strategy, ensuring responsible growth while minimizing environmental impact. Employees play a key role in driving our sustainability initiatives, from reducing our carbon footprint to fostering ethical and sustainable business practices across global operations. All positions are required to adhere to our Sustainability and Health Safety standards, demonstrating a commitment to environmental stewardship, workplace safety, and sustainable practices.