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Core Java Backend Developer

India, Pune · Job Posted June 29, 2026
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Job Overview: We are looking for an experienced Senior Java Developer with a strong background in financial applications. You will play a key role in developing, enhancing, and maintaining high-performance, secure, and scalable Java-based financial software solutions. In this role, you will be working closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, business analysts, and architects, to deliver reliable solutions in a highly regulated environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications for financial systems, including trading platforms, payment gateways, and risk management tools
  • Ensure the applications meet industry standards for security, compliance, and performance, with an emphasis on scalability and reliability
  • Collaborate with stakeholders (business analysts, product managers, and other teams) to translate business requirements into technical solutions
  • Optimize and refactor existing code to improve performance and maintainability
  • Implement and maintain RESTful APIs for integration with third-party financial systems, as well as internal microservices
  • Perform regular code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues, ensuring minimal downtime and continuous service availability
  • Work within Agile development methodologies, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint retrospectives
  • Stay updated with the latest financial industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies to suggest and implement improvements
  • Ensure proper documentation of all technical processes and solutions

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
  • 5+ years of experience as a Java developer, with a focus on financial applications or fintech
  • Strong knowledge of core Java, Java 8+ (or later), and relevant Java frameworks such as Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Hibernate
  • Deep understanding of financial concepts such as payments, transactions, trading, risk management, and financial reporting
  • Hands-on experience in designing and developing secure, scalable, and high-performance financial applications
  • Experience designing and implementing message-driven systems for reliable, asynchronous processing in high-throughput, distributed environments
  • Solid experience with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB) in the context of financial systems
  • Proficiency in working with financial protocols (e.g., FIX) and integration with external financial data sources and APIs
  • Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex production issues
  • Proficient with version control systems such as Git and experience in continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes
  • Extensive experience with Linux environments, including system administration, shell scripting, and performance tuning
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of trading systems and algorithmic trading platforms
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, TeamCity)
  • Experience with front-end technologies (e.g., JavaScript, React) for full-stack development
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and financial industry project management standards
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