Senior Java Developer - Microservices & Cloud

Java Developer | Microservices, Cloud (AWS/Azure), Security, CI/CD, Performance Optimization

Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a talented Java Developer to support the design, development, and maintenance of enterprise-scale applications. In this role, you will develop high-quality, scalable Java solutions, work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver business value, and ensure optimal system performance. Your expertise will contribute to organizational growth by delivering reliable, efficient, and innovative software solutions aligned with industry standards.

Software Requirements

• Required: Java (version 11 or higher), Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Hibernate/JPA, SQL (MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server), Git, Maven, Jenkins, IDEs (Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, NetBeans)

• Preferred: Microservices architecture, Docker, Kubernetes, REST API tools, cloud platform knowledge (AWS, Azure, GCP), CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Azure DevOps), security frameworks (OAuth2, JWT)

• Experience level: 5+ years supporting enterprise Java application development

Overall Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable Java applications and microservices aligned with business and technical requirements

• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and QA teams to design robust and secure solutions

• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices and organizational standards

• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and promote best practices across teams

• Optimize application performance through profiling, tuning, and system enhancements

• Support deployment automation, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure management

• Troubleshoot, resolve technical issues, and implement security best practices

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for system architecture, APIs, and operational procedures

• Stay updated with the latest Java frameworks, tools, and industry standards

Technical Skills (By Category)

• Programming Languages:

  • Essential: Java (version 11+), object-oriented design, multithreading, microservices development

  • Preferred: Kotlin, Scala, or additional scripting (Python, Groovy) for automation support

• Databases/Data Management:

  • SQL: MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server; schema design, query optimization, data validation

  • NoSQL (preferred): MongoDB, Cassandra

• Cloud Technologies:

  • Basic knowledge supporting AWS, Azure, or GCP environments (preferred)

• Frameworks & Libraries:

  • Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Hibernate, REST API, OAuth2/JWT, API Gateway tools (Kong, Azure API Management)

• Development Tools & Methodologies:

  • Git, Maven, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Agile/Scrum, TDD/BDD (JUnit, Mockito, Cucumber)

• Security & Protocols:

  • Secure API design, data encryption, role-based access control, compliance standards (GDPR, SOC, HIPAA)

Experience Requirements

• 5+ years of professional Java application development experience supporting enterprise systems

• Proven ability to design and implement scalable, high-performance solutions

• Strong experience with microservices architectures, containerization, and cloud deployment environments

• Expertise in system troubleshooting, performance tuning, and security best practices

• Industry experience in finance, banking, fintech, or large enterprise sectors is preferred; extensive enterprise system experience also acceptable

Day-to-Day Activities

• Lead the development and deployment of high-quality Java applications and microservices

• Collaborate on architecture design, code reviews, and development workflows

• Troubleshoot performance issues, bugs, and security vulnerabilities

• Support CI/CD automation and container orchestration deployments

• Optimize database interactions and system performance

• Contribute to technical documentation, operational procedures, and best practices

• Support system upgrades, security audits, and incident resolution

• Engage in sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and continuous process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent

• 5+ years supporting enterprise Java applications and microservices development

• Certifications in Java, cloud deployment, or security are a plus

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills

• Proven ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives

Professional Competencies

• Critical thinking and problem-solving in complex distributed systems

• Leadership and mentorship for junior developers

• Effective stakeholder communication and documentation skills

• Adaptability to evolving technology trends and enterprise standards

• Ownership of code quality, security, and system reliability

• Time management skills for prioritizing multiple projects and meeting deadlines

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