Senior Software Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong expertise in Java and modern web application development. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in designing, developing, and implementing enterprise-grade software solutions, with proven leadership in building scalable backend systems, APIs, and cloud-integrated applications. You will work alongside a dynamic team, contributing to various projects spanning industries such as fintech, insurance, telecom, and public transportation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop RESTful APIs and Microservices using Java, J2EE, Spring, Spring Boot, and Hibernate.
• Architect and implement data models and backend services, ensuring performance and scalability.
• Build and maintain web applications with a focus on security, efficiency, and user experience.
• Integrate and optimize relational databases, particularly MySQL; design and execute complex queries.
• Develop and configure reporting solutions using Jasper Reports.
• Work with cloud platforms (AWS, Cloudera, EMR, EC2, Lambda) to deploy and manage production services.
• Collaborate with front-end teams using HTML, Thymeleaf, Angular, and Redux architecture.
• Support and optimize payment processing, including credit card risk management and PCI-compliant integrations.
• Manage and enhance device connectivity and IoT features (e.g., Amazon Alexa Skills, device heartbeat functionality).
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including Agile/Scrum ceremonies.
• Perform code reviews, technical documentation, and continuous integration with Git, Jira, and SourceTree.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in enterprise software engineering roles.
• Deep expertise in Java/J2EE, Spring (including Spring Boot), Microservices, and Hibernate.
• Strong experience with SQL (MySQL, SQL Server) and database optimization.
• Familiarity with reporting tools such as Jasper Reports.
• Demonstrated knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation.
• Experience with web servers (Apache Tomcat) and application servers (JBoss).
• Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS EC2, Lambda, EMR, Cloudera Hadoop).
• Experience in Agile/Scrum development environments and offshore/onshore collaboration.
• Proficient in version control and project management tools (Git, Jira, SourceTree).
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and team collaboration skills.

Preferred Experience

• Hands-on with API development for real-time, high-availability applications.
• Previous involvement with e-payments, risk management, and financial platforms.
• Implementation of automation and data migration between transactional and data warehouse systems.
• Experience with IoT integrations, Alexa skills, and device management.
• Proven ability to lead new feature development, troubleshoot production issues, and mentor junior engineers.

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