Job Summary
Synechron is seeking an experienced Java Developer to support the design, development, and maintenance of enterprise-grade applications. In this role, you will contribute to building high-quality, scalable, and reliable software solutions using Java and related technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust backend systems, enhance application performance, and ensure adherence to best practices and standards. Your efforts will directly contribute to the organization’s strategic objectives by enabling innovative and efficient digital services.

Software Requirements

• Required: Java (latest stable version, ideally Java 11+), Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC), Hibernate/JPA, SQL (MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server), Git, Maven, IDEs (Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, or NetBeans)

• Preferred: Microservices architecture, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps), REST API documentation tools (Swagger), security frameworks (OAuth2, JWT), logging and monitoring tools (Splunk, ELK Stack)

• Experience level: 8+ years supporting enterprise application development in Java-based environments

Overall Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain scalable Java applications and backend services in accordance with business and technical requirements

• Design and develop RESTful APIs and microservices, ensuring high performance and security standards

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

• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and QA teams to translate business needs into technical solutions

• Conduct code reviews, promote coding consistency, and support knowledge sharing initiatives

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently across development, testing, and production environments

• Optimize database interactions, application performance, and system scalability

• Support deployment pipelines, automate build processes, and monitor system health

• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, API specifications, and operational procedures

• Stay updated with emerging Java frameworks and industry best practices to continually improve development processes

Technical Skills (By Category)

• Programming Languages:

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

  • Preferred: Additional Java frameworks, Kotlin, or Scala for scalable microservices

• Databases/Data Management:

  • SQL: MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server; data modeling, schema design, query optimization, and performance tuning

  • NoSQL: MongoDB, Cassandra (preferred)

• Cloud Technologies:

  • Basic knowledge of AWS, Azure, or GCP for deployment and scaling (preferred)

• Frameworks and Libraries:

  • Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Hibernate, REST API, security libraries (OAuth2, JWT)

• Development Tools & Methodologies:

  • Git, Maven, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines, Agile/Scrum, TDD/BDD (JUnit, Mockito, Cucumber)

• Security & Protocols:

  • Secure API design, encryption, access control, standards compliance (GDPR, SOC, HIPAA, if applicable)

Experience Requirements

• 8+ years of professional Java development experience, with a focus on enterprise applications

• Proven experience designing and implementing scalable, high-performance backend services and APIs

• Strong familiarity with microservices architectures, containerization, and cloud deployment strategies

• Extensive experience in troubleshooting, performance optimization, and security best practices in large enterprise environments

• Industry experience in finance, banking, fintech, or enterprise IT sectors is preferred but not mandatory; equivalent experience in other regulated or large-scale industries is acceptable

Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop, test, and optimize backend Java applications and RESTful APIs

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams during sprint planning, code reviews, and deployment activities

• Troubleshoot and resolve system and performance issues with root cause analysis

• Support automation and CI/CD pipeline improvements for continuous deployment

• Collaborate with architects, QA, and DevOps teams to implement security and scalability enhancements

• Maintain technical documentation and operational procedures

• Conduct performance tuning, security assessments, and system upgrades

• Support incident management and troubleshooting during production outages

Qualifications

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

• 8+ years supporting enterprise application development using Java-based technologies

• Certifications in Java, cloud platforms, or security (preferred)

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and effectively within cross-functional agile teams

Professional Competencies

• Critical thinking and analytical problem-solving for complex system challenges

• Leadership and mentorship skills for guiding team members and peers

• Strong stakeholder management and communication capabilities

• Adaptability to evolving technologies, standards, and project requirements

• Ownership mindset with a focus on quality, security, and scalability

• Effective time management to prioritize multiple projects and meet 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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