Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Senior Software Engineer (Java) to join our technology team. This position requires a professional with strong expertise in Java development, microservices architecture, performance optimization, and modern AI-assisted development practices. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise-level applications while leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity and code quality.
Key Responsibilities
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Demonstrate strong proficiency in Spring Data JPA and Hibernate ORM, including entity modelling, transaction management, query optimization, and database interaction patterns.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
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Contribute to architectural decisions and technology strategy discussions
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Use AI tools to accelerate solution design and technical documentation
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Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members
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Participate in agile development processes and sprint planning
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Implement DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines ( ADO – MSAzure)
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Integrate AI-assisted tools into development workflows while maintaining security and compliance
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Document technical designs, processes, and system architecture
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Design, develop, and maintain robust Java applications using core Java technologies, in
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Spring Data JPA and Hibernate ORM
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Architect and implement microservices-based solutions following industry best practices
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Develop and optimize workflow automation using Camunda BPM platform
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Design and implement efficient database solutions using SQL and performance tuning techniques
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Conduct performance analysis, tuning, and optimization of applications and systems
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Leverage AI tools like Claude for code generation, optimization, and problem-solving
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Utilize AI-assisted development for code reviews, documentation, and technical analysis
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Ensure code quality through code reviews, testing, and adherence to coding standards
Skills And Experience
Must-have Skills
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Java 17
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Spring Boot
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Spring Cloud
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containerization platform
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SQL
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Azure / AWS
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Microservices
Other Skills
Qualifications
Key Experiences
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Core Java: 5+ years of hands-on experience with Java 8/11/17+, including collections, concurrency, and JVM tuning
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Microservices Architecture: Proven experience in designing and implementing microservices using Spring Boot, Spring Cloud
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Camunda BPM: Strong experience in workflow automation, BPMN modeling, and process orchestration
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SQL & Database: Advanced SQL skills, database design, query optimization, and performance tuning
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Performance Tuning: Expertise in application performance monitoring, profiling, and optimization techniques
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AI-Assisted Development: Experience using AI tools like Claude, GitHub Copilot, or similar for code generation, debugging, and optimization
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RESTful APIs: Design and development of REST APIs and web services
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Spring Framework: Spring Core, Spring MVC, Spring Security, Spring Data
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Message Queuing: Experience with Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar technologies
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Testing: Unit testing (JUnit, Mockito), integration testing, and test automation
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DevOps Tools: Maven/Gradle, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes
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Version Control: Git, branching strategies, and code review processes
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AI Integration: Understanding of how to effectively integrate AI tools into development workflows
Certifications/Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
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Relevant certifications in Java, Spring, or cloud technologies (preferred)
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Knowledge of AI/ML fundamentals and their application in software engineering (preferred)
About Standard Chartered
We're a global bank connecting clients to our differentiated network, offering growth opportunities in the world's most dynamic markets. Our strategy, which combines cross-border capabilities and leading wealth management expertise, helps us deliver our purpose - to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity.
Over our 170-year history, and across a unique geographical footprint connecting Asia, Africa and the Middle East to each other and the world, we've built a bank like no other, with diverse capabilities and partnerships that set us apart.
What We Offer
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Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation, one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions, and geographies.
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In line with our Fair Pay Charter, we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.
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Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.
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Time-off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.
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Flexible working options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.
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Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global employee assistance programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and self-help toolkits.
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A continuous learning culture to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual, and digital learning.
Visit our careers website to learn more about us: www.sc.com/careers.
