Java Software Engineer

We are At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,500+, and has 58 offices in 20 countries within key global markets. Additional Information* The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Menlo Park, CA is $90K - $95K/year & benefits (see below). Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Java Backend Developer with strong expertise in Core Java internals, Spring ecosystem, RESTful services, and AWS Cloud , along with solid experience in the banking domain . The ideal candidate will design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance applications in a microservices-driven architecture. Key Responsibilities Design and develop robust backend systems using Core Java and Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC) Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices-based architectures Optimize application performance with deep knowledge of Java internals (JVM, memory management, multithreading) Develop and manage databases using RDBMS (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.) Leverage AWS cloud services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, API Gateway, etc.) for scalable deployments Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product, QA, and DevOps Ensure compliance with banking/security standards and regulatory guidelines Troubleshoot complex production issues and implement long-term solutions Perform code reviews, enforce best practices, and mentor junior developers Required Skills & Experience Strong expertise in Core Java (Collections, Concurrency, JVM Internals, Design Patterns) Hands-on experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data) Proven experience in building RESTful APIs and distributed systems Strong proficiency in RDBMS concepts , including query optimization and data modeling Extensive experience with AWS Services (compute, storage, monitoring, CI/CD pipelines) Solid understanding of microservices architecture and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes is a plus) Experience in banking or financial services domain (mandatory) Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Nice to Have Knowledge of event-driven architecture (Kafka/RabbitMQ) Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.) Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies Understanding of security frameworks and banking compliance standards We can offer you: A highly competitive compensation and benefits package A multinational organization with 58 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad Laptop and a mobile phone 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays) Maternity & Paternity leave plans A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region) Retirement savings plans A higher education certification policy Commuter benefits (varies by region) Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development. On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms A flat and approachable organization A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.