Backend Java Developer – Banking

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure Java-based microservices and APIs for core banking functionalities.
• Implement and optimize database solutions (SQL/NoSQL) ensuring data integrity, performance, and security within financial systems.
• Integrate with third-party financial services, payment gateways, and internal banking platforms using various protocols and standards.
• Develop and execute comprehensive unit, integration, and performance tests to ensure the reliability and stability of banking applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing effective solutions for critical financial systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including front-end developers, QA engineers, business analysts, and product managers to deliver high-quality banking solutions.
• Ensure compliance with strict banking regulations, security standards (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR), and internal policies throughout the development lifecycle.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions, advocating for best practices in performance, security, and maintainability of banking software.
• Automate deployment processes using CI/CD pipelines and tools, ensuring efficient and reliable delivery of banking software updates.
• Mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the banking technology team.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, demonstrating a strong foundational knowledge.
• Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in backend Java development, with a significant portion focused on the banking or financial services industry.
• Proven expertise in developing and deploying Java-based microservices and RESTful APIs, handling high transaction volumes.
• Deep understanding of financial transaction processing, core banking systems, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in relational databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra) for financial data management.
• Experience with messaging queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) for asynchronous communication in banking systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, crucial for debugging complex financial applications and identifying systemic issues.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, enabling effective teamwork with diverse stakeholders in a banking environment.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English, with proficiency in any additional banking-relevant languages being a plus.