Java and Database Developer

Java & Database Developer – Spring Boot, Hibernate, SQL Optimization

Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a Java & Database Developer to join our dynamic team, responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing enterprise-grade applications and backend services. This position ensures the delivery of high-performance, scalable software solutions by integrating advanced Java development practices with expert database design and tuning. The role directly supports Synechron’s business goals of quality delivery and operational efficiency.

Software Requirements

• Required:

  • 5–7+ years hands-on professional experience in Core Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA

  • Advanced proficiency in designing, developing, and optimizing relational databases (Oracle, DB2, MySQL, PostgreSQL)

  • Practical experience with SQL, stored procedures, functions, and triggers

  • Familiarity with RESTful API development and microservices architectures

  • Unit testing and integration testing tools (JUnit, Mockito, etc.)

  • Version control using Git

  • Exposure to containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Preferred:

  • Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra)

  • Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and deployment frameworks

  • Familiarity with data migration and ETL tools

Overall Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Java applications using Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JPA

• Architect, build, and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices for enterprise platforms

• Develop advanced relational database schemas, queries, stored procedures, triggers, and other database objects

• Analyze and optimize database performance including indexing, tuning, and query optimization

• Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and QA professionals to finalize technical solutions and meet business requirements

• Support data migration, ETL processes, and integration with various external systems

• Implement best practices for database security and reliability

• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to the team’s ongoing improvement

• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance on best practices

• Ensure code quality through code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing

Technical Skills (By Category)

• Programming Languages:

  • Essential: Java (Core, SE/EE), SQL

  • Preferred: PL/SQL, Shell scripting, Python

• Databases/Data Management:

  • Essential: Relational databases (Oracle, DB2, MySQL, PostgreSQL)

  • Preferred: NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra), ETL tools

• Cloud Technologies:

  • Essential: Exposure to cloud concepts and deployment

  • Preferred: Application deployment using AWS, Azure, GCP

• Frameworks and Libraries:

  • Essential: Spring Boot, Hibernate, JPA

  • Preferred: Spring Data, JUnit, Mockito

• Development Tools/Methodologies:

  • Essential: Git, Agile/Scrum, Docker, CI/CD tools

  • Preferred: Kubernetes, Jenkins

• Security Protocols:

  • Essential: Understanding of database security, user roles, and data confidentiality

Experience Requirements

• 5–7+ years of relevant hands-on experience in Java applications and relational database development

• Experience delivering enterprise platforms and backend services in large-scale environments

• Experience participating in all stages of the software development life cycle with Agile methodologies

• Alternative backgrounds: Demonstrated record of end-to-end Java + database project delivery in high-transaction, data-driven environments

Day-to-Day Activities

• Review business and technical requirements and translate them into robust Java/database solutions

• Write, test, debug, and deploy clean, optimized Java code and complex SQL database logic

• Collaborate with team members in daily stand-ups and sprint meetings

• Participate in code and design reviews for continuous quality improvement

• Execute and refine unit tests, integration tests, and database performance tuning

• Support data migration, troubleshoot integration and ETL challenges

• Provide ongoing technical documentation and mentor team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline

• Preferred: Certifications in Java development, relational databases, or cloud technologies

• Commitment to ongoing professional development through training and self-learning

Professional Competencies

• Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Effective leadership and mentoring abilities

• Teamwork and exceptional communication within multidisciplinary environments

• Adaptability to new technologies and changing project demands

• Strong innovation mindset and continuous learning orientation

• Skillful time and priority management in a fast-paced setting

S​YNECHRON’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.

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Experience Level

Senior Level