Senior Java Developer

About the Company

Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With over 160 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted resource to generations of families and business owners, inspiring well-being and helping build financial confidence. Today, we stand behind millions of consumers, helping them prepare and plan for a bright future for themselves and their families. We help business owners care for their employees. And we help people recover and thrive in times of unexpected loss. As a modern mutual insurance company, we believe in driving value beyond dividends. We invest in our colleagues, are building an inclusive and innovative culture, and are helping to uplift communities through thoughtful corporate impact programs. Guardian, which is based in New York City, is a leading provider of life, disability, dental, and other benefits, and has received accolades for its culture and service. Our colleagues and financial professionals serve with care and experience, and our commitments rest on a strong financial foundation, which included a 2024 dividend allocation of $1.398 billion – the largest in the company's history. For more information, visit guardianlife.com or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

About the Role

Senior Java Developer

Location: Gurgaon, HR

Experience: 10 -14 years

Responsibilities

• Full Stack Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using Java, Spring, Hibernate, and related technologies.
• Implement responsive front-end designs using frameworks like Reacte.js, ThymeLeaf.
• Ensure high performance and responsiveness of applications.

• Leadership and Mentorship:

• Lead a team of junior developers, providing guidance and support in coding practices and project execution.
• Conduct code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Foster a collaborative team environment, encouraging professional growth and knowledge sharing.

• Architecture and Design:

• Participate in system architecture discussions and contribute to design decisions.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to improve development efficiency.

• Collaboration:

• Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical insights.
• Facilitate communication between team members and other departments.

• Testing and Quality Assurance:

• Implement unit and integration testing to ensure application quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise, providing timely solutions.

• Continuous Improvement:

• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Propose improvements to existing applications and development processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in full stack development with a strong focus on Java technologies.
• Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams.
• Proficiency in back-end technologies (Java, Spring, RESTful services, Spring batch, Spring boot, Design, microservices).
• Strong understanding of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Insurance domain knowledge.