Java Developer - Software Engineer (Java)

What You Will Be Working On

• Lead and implement software development practices, including continuous integration, delivery, and deployment to enhance code quality and speed of delivery
• Develop and conduct comprehensive testing strategies, including functional, performance, and security testing to ensure robust and reliable software solutions
• Solution and development of backend systems, applications, and data structures to support scalable and efficient software products
• Define and implement infrastructure as code practices, integrating multiple components and systems across the organisation
• Perform code review and provide recommendation to fellow software engineers and vendors. This includes analysing trade-offs and making informed technical decisions
• Design and oversee the implementation of software architecture, considering both functional and non-functional requirements
• Perform progressive manual review the source code delivered by the vendor and verify the implementation of the solution as per the approved design

What We Are Looking For

• At least 5 years of proven experience in working in software engineering teams and projects, including:
• Experience in designing and implementing java applications, SQL skills, and shell scripting
• Strong understanding of Server-side, Java/microservices, web services, RESTful API
• Experience with RHEL, JBOSS EAP, OpenShift, Openstack, Watermelon, Maven, Oracle Database and fault-tolerant infrastructure concepts
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerisation technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong understanding and experience handling file transfers - interfaces, interfaces resiliency, connectivity protocols e.g., Rest, SFTP, MQ
• Experience with integration of Autosys, designing job scheduling, CI/CD, Datawarehouse, and Document Management System
• Experience with setup, and integration of Observability platforms, monitoring, and alerts (e.g. Grafana, ELK stack)
• Proficiency in building and maintaining front-end interfaces (using React, Angular) and back-end services (using Java)
• Strong knowledge of database design and optimisation for efficient data storage and retrieval
• Proven experience in implementing secure coding practices and application security testing
• Ability to manage and streamline technical operations, prioritising the operations backlog, and automating processes to enhance efficiency and reduce release times

Experience And Technical Skillset Which Would Be An Advantage

• Experience with the S.W.I.F.T messaging platform and interfaces
• Certifications in relevant skills (e.g., Java, AWS solution architect, Kubernetes, etc.) will be an advantage.
• Experience in government digital projects or in banking and finance sector will be an advantage.
• Experience in supporting transactional system will be an advantage

Who You Are

• Driven, results and customer oriented and able to work independently
• Organised and comfortable managing multiple workstreams simultaneously and have good interpersonal skills
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Detailed and capable of handling time-sensitive and high-pressure situations.
• Natural problem solver who thrives in ambiguity and can design processes where none exist
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment.