At First Advantage (Nasdaq: FA), people are at the heart of everything we do. From our customers and partners to our greatest advantage — our team members. Operating with empathy and compassion, First Advantage fosters a global inclusive workforce devoted to the diverse voices that make up our talent and products. Our team members empower each other to be their authentic selves and treat all with respect, integrity, and fairness.Say hello to a rewarding career and come join a leading provider of mission-critical background screening solutions to some of the most recognized Fortune 100 and Global 500 brands.We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic, cross-functional team. You’ll build and optimize AI-driven solutions and data pipelines, working with modern cloud and data technologies to deliver impactful results.
What We Do:
We are on the frontline of recruitment enabling organizations to Hire Smarter. Onboard Faster™ First Advantage is an HR Tech company delivering innovative solutions and insights to enable our clients to manage risk and hire the best talent. Leveraging an advanced technology platform, First Advantage builds fully scalable, configurable screening programs that meet the unique needs of over 33,000 clients. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA and with an internationally distributed workforce spanning 19 countries with about 5,500 employees, First Advantage performs over 93 million screens in over 200 countries and territories annually.
Who You Are:
You are self-motivated and ready to “roll up your sleeves." While you are an independent contributor, you are also collaborative. You can spearhead a project and see it through from start to completion.As a team player, you navigate cross-functional teams and work well with team members in other business units and departments toward a common goal.An Innovator — you see gaps in current processes or workflows as an opportunity to improve and try something new.A lifelong learner and always seeking out opportunities to learn and upskill, you understand the importance of thorough and secure screenings and are interested in the Human Capital sector and the confluence of people, process, and technology.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Hibernate Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with QA, DevOps, and front-end teams to deliver high-quality software.
- Troubleshoot and debug production issues.
- Assist in database design and optimization (MySQL/DynamoDB).
- Follow Agile development practices and participate in daily stand-up
Experience: Required Skills:
- Strong understanding of Java (11+)
- Hands-on experience with Spring Boot and Hibernate (academic or internship projects acceptable)
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs and JSON
- Basic understanding of relational databases (MySQL, Dynamo)
- Knowledge of Git and version control workflows
- Good problem-solving and analytical skills
Nice-to-Have: -
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
- Understanding of microservices architecture
Why First Advantage is Your Next Big Career Move
First Advantage is going through a technology transformation! We are looking for experts who are excited to work with advanced technologies and provide best-in-class user experiences, drive the development and deployment of scalable solutions, and smoothly guide our agile teams and clients through meaningful changes as we continue to expand our impact.
What Are You Waiting For? Apply Today!
You have learned a little about us today – we want to learn about you! If you think this position and our company are a great fit for your areas of interest and expertise, tell us about you by applying now!
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS – India Region:
Most of the roles are enabled with the ability to work remotely with occasional business travel.
Hybrid working model
Comprehensive employee
Leave policy
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Career Development
: Mentoring Program, People Management Program, cross-functions training, soft skills training.Continuous learning and development opportunities.
Upskilling and reskilling
opportunities mobilized through e-learning platformsTraining and Certification
reimbursement programs
Medical Insurance coverage
for employees and parental insurance benefits available. Calendarized Employee Wellness programsQuarterly
Rewards and Recognition
program to recognize exemplary performanceOther
attractive allowances
– Weekend working, Holiday pay, Relocation assistance, Maternity bonus, Creche allowance & Other allowance etc.United States Equal Opportunity Employment:First Advantage is proud to be a global leader in removing barriers and supporting our community members to ensure the changing demographics of the workforce are reflected in our hiring and employment practices. We value all of our candidates, employees, and clients, and place great emphasis on hiring and supporting qualified individuals in each role. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other area protected by applicable law.
