Senior Java Engineer

JD – Senior Java EngineerAbout UsWe are a forward-thinking organization specializing in advanced technology solutions. Our team is dedicated to developing innovative systems while fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work culture. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Java Tech Lead to join our expanding team and drive technical excellence while leading our development initiatives.Role OverviewAs a Tech Lead, you will serve as both a hands-on technical contributor and team leader. You will design, develop, and maintain high-performance microservices and applications while guiding and mentoring a team of developers. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to build reliable, scalable solutions that meet our business requirements and ensure successful project delivery.Key Responsibilities

• Participate in critical architectural decisions and drive technical strategy for scalable solutions
• Design and develop robust applications using Core Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies
• Create and maintain scalable microservices architecture
• Manage technical debt and prioritize refactoring initiatives
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
• Conduct technical reviews and ensure code quality standards
• Implement and optimize database queries and data structures
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance
• Drive innovation initiatives and evaluate emerging technologies
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of Java developers
• Assign tasks effectively and manage project timelines and effort estimation
• Support team members in their professional growth and skill development
• Facilitate technical discussions and coordinate with cross-functional teams
• Communicate technical progress and solutions to stakeholders
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements
• Foster a collaborative team environment and manage knowledge sharing
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in Java developmentRequired Skills & Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 5-8 years of professional Java development experience
• Strong proficiency in : ○        Core Java and J2EE○        Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring MVC)○        Microservices architecture○        RESTful API design and development○        Database technologies (MySQL, Hibernate, JPA)○        Message queue systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ)○        Caching solutions (Redis)○        JSON and data serialization○        TCP / IP and network protocols
• Experience with JVM tuning and proficiency in using analysis tools (jmap, jstack, jstat, MAT)
• Solid understanding of software design patterns and principles
• Proven experience in mentoring and guiding developers
• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience in task delegation, effort estimation, and project planning
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detailDesirable Qualifications
• Experience in stock trading systems or securities industry
• Knowledge of finance / trading compliance and audit requirements
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Familiar with scrum and sprint methodologies
• Contributions to open-source projects
• Experience with performance monitoring and distributed systems
• Previous experience as a tech lead in a similar environment
• Certifications in Java, Spring, or cloud technologies