Java Software Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Java Developer to design, develop, and maintain backend services for the Bank's e-Channels and Digital Banking applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Java technologies, Spring Framework, REST/SOAP web services, and enterprise application development.

The successful candidate will participate in the complete Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performing applications while collaborating closely with business stakeholders, QA teams, architects, and project managers in an Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Application Development

• Design, develop, test, and implement backend services using Java technologies.
• Develop new features and enhancements based on business requirements.
• Maintain and enhance e-Channels and related banking applications.
• Develop reusable, scalable, and maintainable application components.
• Participate in application architecture and technical design discussions.
• Produce high-quality, well-documented code following coding standards.

2. Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

• Participate in all phases of the SDLC.
• Analyze business and technical requirements.
• Prepare technical designs and implementation plans.
• Perform code reviews and unit testing.
• Support System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Participate in production deployment and post-production support.

3. API & Integration Development

• Develop and maintain RESTful and SOAP web services.
• Integrate banking applications with internal and external systems.
• Develop secure APIs using Spring Security.
• Support third-party integrations and middleware services.
• Troubleshoot API integration issues.

4. Security & Compliance

• Implement secure coding standards and security best practices.
• Ensure compliance with Bank security policies and SDLC standards.
• Apply authentication and authorization mechanisms.
• Support vulnerability remediation and secure application deployment.

5. System Support & Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and resolve application defects and production issues.
• Perform root cause analysis for recurring incidents.
• Monitor application performance and optimize system efficiency.
• Support deployment activities and release management.

6. Quality Assurance

• Develop unit tests and support integration testing.
• Ensure adherence to QA standards and coding best practices.
• Participate in defect analysis and resolution.
• Maintain high application quality throughout development.

7. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with Business Analysts, QA Engineers, Architects, and Infrastructure teams.
• Communicate project progress and technical issues effectively.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Coordinate with vendors and external consultants where required.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in

• Computer Science
• Information Technology
• Software Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Information Systems
• Or a related discipline

Experience

• 4–6 years of Java application development experience.
• Experience developing enterprise applications.
• Experience in Banking or Financial Services is preferred.
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Experience in full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience developing secure enterprise applications.

Technical Skills

Mandatory

• Java (Java 8/11/17)
• Core Java
• Spring Framework
• Spring Boot
• Spring Security
• Spring Cloud
• JPA
• Hibernate
• REST APIs
• SOAP Web Services
• Tomcat Server Administration
• Apache Tomcat Configuration
• Microservices Architecture
• Maven
• Git
• Unit Testing (JUnit)
• System Integration Testing
• SQL
• Oracle Database
• SQL Server
• MySQL
• Linux / AIX
• Postman
• SOAP UI
• JSON
• XML
• Exception Handling
• Logging Frameworks (Log4j/SLF4J)
• Troubleshooting & Performance Tuning

Preferred

• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Jenkins
• CI/CD Pipelines
• SonarQube
• Swagger / OpenAPI
• Kafka or JMS Messaging
• Redis
• OAuth2 / JWT
• API Gateway
• GitLab CI / Azure DevOps
• Basic JavaScript
• HTML5
• CSS3
• Angular or React (basic understanding)

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player with collaborative mindset
• Customer-focused approach
• Strong ownership and accountability
• Ability to work under pressure
• Continuous learning mindset
• Innovation and creativity
• Attention to detail
• Time management and prioritization

Preferred Certifications

• Oracle Certified Java Programmer (OCPJP)
• Spring Professional Certification
• Oracle Certified Professional Java SE
• Scrum Master (CSM/PSM)
• Agile Certification
• ITIL Foundation
• AWS/Azure Developer Certification (Preferred)

Banking Domain Knowledge (Preferred)

• Digital Banking
• Internet Banking
• Mobile Banking
• e-Channels
• Payment Systems
• API Banking
• Authentication & Authorization
• Core Banking Integration
• Banking Security Standards
• Enterprise Integration Patterns