Backend Java Developer – Banking

Job Responsibilities

• Design develop and maintain robust scalable and secure Java-based microservices and APIs for core banking functionalities
• Implement and optimize database solutions SQL NoSQL ensuring data integrity performance and security within financial systems
• Integrate with third-party financial services payment gateways and internal banking platforms using various protocols and standards
• Develop and execute comprehensive unit integration and performance tests to ensure the reliability and stability of banking applications
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues performing root cause analysis and implementing effective solutions for critical financial systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including front-end developers QA engineers business analysts and product managers to deliver high-quality banking solutions
• Ensure compliance with strict banking regulations security standards e g PCI DSS GDPR and internal policies throughout the development lifecycle
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions advocating for best practices in performance security and maintainability of banking software
• Automate deployment processes using CI CD pipelines and tools ensuring efficient and reliable delivery of banking software updates
• Mentor junior developers conduct code reviews and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the banking technology team
• Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, demonstrating a strong foundational knowledge
• Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in backend Java development, with a significant portion focused on the banking or financial services industry.
• Proven expertise in developing and deploying Java-based microservices and RESTful APIs, handling high transaction volumes.
• Deep understanding of financial transaction processing, core banking systems, and related regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in relational databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra) for financial data management.
• Experience with messaging queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) for asynchronous communication in banking systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, crucial for debugging complex financial applications and identifying systemic issues.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, enabling effective teamwork with diverse stakeholders in a banking environment.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English, with proficiency in any additional banking-relevant languages being a plus.