We are seeking a Consultant Level Software Engineer (Java) to design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications and backend systems. This role is responsible for software development, system integration, CI/CD implementation, and code quality assurance to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performing solutions. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in Java technologies, microservices, APIs, cloud/container platforms, and enterprise system integration, with the ability to collaborate effectively in fast-paced project environments.
What you will be working on:
- Lead and implement software development practices, including continuous integration, delivery, and deployment to enhance code quality and speed of delivery
- Develop and conduct comprehensive testing strategies, including functional, performance, and security testing to ensure robust and reliable software solutions
- Solution and development of backend systems, applications, and data structures to support scalable and efficient software products
- Define and implement infrastructure as code practices, integrating multiple components and systems across the organisation
- Perform code review and provide recommendation to fellow software engineers and vendors. This includes analysing trade-offs and making informed technical decisions
- Design and oversee the implementation of software architecture, considering both functional and non-functional requirements
- Perform progressive manual review the source code delivered by the vendor and verify the implementation of the solution as per the approved design
What we are looking for:
- At least 5 years of proven experience in working in software engineering teams and projects, including:
o Experience in designing and implementing java applications, SQL skills, and shell scripting
o Strong understanding of Server-side, Java/microservices, web services, RESTful API
o Experience with RHEL, JBOSS EAP, OpenShift, Openstack, Watermelon, Maven, Oracle Database and fault-tolerant infrastructure concepts
o Experience with cloud platforms and containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes)
o Strong understanding and experience handling file transfers - interfaces, interfaces resiliency, connectivity protocols e.g., Rest, SFTP, MQ
o Experience with integration of Autosys, designing job scheduling, CI/CD, Datawarehouse, and Document Management System
o Experience with setup, and integration of Observability platforms, monitoring, and alerts (e.g. Grafana, ELK stack)
Proficiency in building and maintaining front-end interfaces (using React, Angular) and back-end services (using Java)
- Strong knowledge of database design and optimization for efficient data storage and retrieval
- Proven experience in implementing secure coding practices and application security testing
- Ability to manage and streamline technical operations, prioritizing the operations backlog, and automating processes to enhance efficiency and reduce release times
- Experience and Technical Skillset which would be an advantage
- Experience with the S.W.I.F.T messaging platform and interfaces
- Certifications in relevant skills (e.g., Java, AWS solution architect, Kubernetes, etc.) will be an advantage.
- Experience in government digital projects or in banking and finance sector will be an advantage.
- Experience in supporting transactional system will be an advantage
Who You Are:
- Driven, results and customer oriented and able to work independently
- Organized and comfortable managing multiple workstreams simultaneously and have good interpersonal skills
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities
- Detailed and capable of handling time-sensitive and high-pressure situations.
- Natural problem solver who thrives in ambiguity and can design processes where none exist
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment.
