Lead the development, enhancement, and maintenance of high-quality Java codebases

Design and oversee the build of backend microservices and REST APIs

Ensure robust application functionality by advocating for and implementing comprehensive unit testing practices

Conduct and coordinate thorough code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to best practices

Define and promote standards for CI, unit testing, and code reviews across the team

Actively participate in and facilitate SCRUM ceremonies, fostering agile collaboration

Take ownership of estimating and planning development tasks at both high-level and detailed stages

Mentor and coach team members, fostering technical excellence and team growth

Collaborate with Offshore teams, ensuring alignment, knowledge sharing, and productivity

Drive the creation and maintenance of comprehensive application documentation, including architectural overviews and design artifacts

Align with business stakeholders to understand requirements and drive technical solutions that meet business goals

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; Master’s degree highly preferred

5+ years of professional development experience working with Java applications

At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience

Deep expertise in Java development with advanced command of Spring Framework and Spring Boot

Proven experience in designing and implementing APIs and microservices architecture

Expertise in backend service development with proficiency in working within cloud-native environments

Advanced familiarity with technologies like Apache Kafka and Azure Kubernetes

Hands-on experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and integrating Kubernetes workflows

Ability to work effectively during CST business hours and lead cross-location collaboration initiatives

Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to influence and elevate team performance

Excellent command of written and spoken English (B2+ level)

Experience in architecting and implementing Single Page Applications

In-depth knowledge of secure backend services and advanced REST API development practices

A strong understanding of and/or hands-on exposure to financial services applications, particularly in wealth management

Proficiency with monitoring and analysis tools like Splunk and Dynatrace

Experience in ReactJS development to effectively collaborate with front-end developers and influence full-stack application architecture