Java Microservices Developer

Java Microservices Developer | Cloud, APIs, Architecture & Enterprise Support

Job Summary
Synechron is seeking an experienced Java Developer supporting enterprise-grade applications to contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of scalable, high-performance systems. This role involves building robust back-end solutions with Java, frameworks such as Spring and Hibernate, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance functionality, security, and operational stability supporting business growth and digital transformation initiatives.

Software Requirements

Required Software Proficiency:

• Java (latest LTS version, e.g., Java 11 or 17) — extensive experience in developing scalable, enterprise applications supporting microservices architecture

• Spring Framework (Spring MVC, Spring Boot), Hibernate — strong expertise in building secure, maintainable back-end systems supporting complex workflows

• Development tools: Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, or NetBeans — proficient in coding, debugging, and deploying Java applications

• Databases: SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL — supporting data persistence, schema design, and data retrieval

• Version control: Git, GitHub — ensuring collaborative code management and versioning support

Preferred Software Skills:

• Build tools: Maven, Gradle — supporting automated build and dependency management

• Cloud deployment: AWS, Azure, or GCP — understanding supporting deployment and cloud-native development (preferred)

• API development: REST, GraphQL — designing and integrating APIs for distributed systems support

• Automated testing: JUnit, TestNG — supporting unit, integration, and regression testing (preferred)

Overall Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support scalable, secure Java applications supporting enterprise workflows and microservices architectures

• Collaborate with product managers, UI/UX designers, and back-end teams to translate business requirements into scalable, efficient solutions

• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and optimize performance and security of applications

• Support deployment pipelines and environment configurations supporting agile, continuous delivery methodologies

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, including performance bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and integration challenges

• Support system upgrades, containerization, cloud deployment, and migration activities supporting high availability and operational resilience

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of architecture, APIs, database schemas, and operational procedures

• Drive improvements in application performance, security, and operational support aligned with business objectives

Technical Skills (By Category)

• Languages & Frameworks (Essential):

  • Java (latest LTS, e.g., Java 11/17), Spring Boot, Hibernate — core development skills supporting microservices and enterprise backend systems

  • APIs: REST, GraphQL — support for service design and data exchange in distributed environments

• Databases & Data Management:

  • SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL — database schema design, queries, and performance tuning support

• Cloud & Infrastructure:

  • AWS, Azure, or GCP (supporting cloud-native deployment/support) preferred

  • Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes support for scalable, portable deployment support

• Tools & Build Support:

  • Maven, Gradle, Jenkins — automation of build, test, and deployment workflows supporting agile pipelines

  • Version control: Git, GitHub supporting collaborative development support

Experience Requirements

• 4-10 years supporting enterprise software development with Java supporting scalable, secure applications

• Proven experience leading the development of microservices architectures and enterprise applications supporting high transaction volumes

• Hands-on involvement designing and optimizing APIs, databases, and cloud deployment supporting scalability and security

• Experience working within Agile teams with CI/CD pipelines and automation practices supporting fast delivery cycles

• Industry experience supporting regulated environments such as finance, banking, or healthcare (preferred)

Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop, test, and optimize Java microservices and APIs supporting enterprise business workflows

• Collaborate with product, UI/UX, and infrastructure teams to translate business requirements into reliable, scalable systems

• Conduct code reviews, performance tuning, security audits, and troubleshooting support activities

• Support cloud migration, environment setup, system upgrades, and container orchestration supporting high availability

• Automate build, testing, and deployment in CI/CD pipelines supporting agile delivery

• Maintain system documentation, API specifications, and operational procedures supporting compliance and operational excellence

Qualifications

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

• 4-10 years supporting enterprise-grade Java applications in large-scale, high-availability environments supporting mission-critical systems

• Certifications supporting Java frameworks, cloud platforms, or enterprise architecture (preferred)

• Proven experience supporting scalable, secure, and compliant enterprise systems supporting extensive transaction processing and operational resilience

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for complex application and infrastructure issues

• Leadership qualities to manage development teams, enforce standards, and promote best practices

• Excellent stakeholder communication and technical documentation skills

• Ability to adapt to evolving cloud, security, and enterprise standards supporting scalable and secure systems

• Strategic thinking supporting high-performance, fault-tolerant, and compliant enterprise applications

• Organizational skills for efficiently managing multiple projects, deployments, and system upgrades in a fast-paced environment

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