Software Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and Maintain Backend Services: Design and implement microservices and backend APIs using Java, Spring Boot, and Spring MVC.
• Database Management: Collaborate with database teams to design, develop, and maintain SQL-based solutions on DB2 and MSSQL.
• Microservices Architecture: Work on the development and deployment of microservices-based solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Integration: Integrate backend services with external systems, APIs, and databases, ensuring seamless communication across services.
• Collaborate with Front-end Developers: Work closely with front-end teams (if applicable) to integrate backend services with user-facing applications.
• Optimize Application Performance: Monitor and optimize application performance, including database queries and response times.
• Code Quality and Testing: Ensure high-quality, maintainable code by writing unit tests, performing code reviews, and following coding best practices.
• Troubleshooting and Debugging: Analyze and resolve issues in production environments, improving the overall systems stability and performance.
• Documentation: Document the architecture, code, and processes to maintain clear, effective, and concise records.
• Continuous Learning: Stay up-to-date with the latest technology trends, tools, and methodologies related to Java development, Spring Boot, and microservices.

Qualifications:

• 4-6 years of professional experience in Java development, with a focus on Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and microservices architecture.
• Experience in delivering solutions within the insurance domain is preferred.
• Proven ability to work across multiple project delivery teams and with external clients.
• Extensive experience with Java/J2EE technologies, Spring Boot, and full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Proficiency in front-end technologies including HTML, jQuery, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Strong SQL and database experience (DB2, PostgreSQL, Oracle, MS SQL).
• Hands-on experience with Spring and Hibernate frameworks.
• Expertise in developing SOAP and REST services in Java.
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture.
• Experience with Java build tools such as Maven, Gradle, and Ant.
• Familiarity with source control systems like Git, SVN, etc.
• Experience building high-availability, multi-threaded Java applications.
• Knowledge of DevOps tools (Jenkins, TeamCity, SONAR) is a plus.
• Experience with reporting tools (QlikView, Power BI) and JBPM tools is a plus.
• Proficiency with database technologies (RDBMS or NoSQL).
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to perform root cause analysis (RCA).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.