Java Backend Developer

Synechron is hiring a Java Backend Developer to build and maintain scalable backend applications and APIs. This role supports business goals by delivering reliable, secure, and high-performing services.

Java 8+

Spring Boot, Spring MVC

REST APIs

Microservices knowledge

MySQL, familiarity with MongoDB

Git

Maven or Gradle

Basic Docker knowledge

PostgreSQL, Redis

Kafka or RabbitMQ

Basic cloud exposure: AWS, Azure, or GCP

JUnit, Mockito

OAuth2, JWT

Kubernetes

Design, develop, and maintain backend applications and APIs

Integrate with frontend systems and third-party services

Write clean, reusable, and efficient code

Conduct code reviews and improve code quality

Troubleshoot backend issues and optimize performance

Implement security and data protection measures

Collaborate with QA, product, and frontend teams

Essential: Java 8+ Preferred: None

Essential: MySQL, MongoDB familiarity Preferred: PostgreSQL, Redis

Essential: None Preferred: AWS, Azure, or GCP basics

Essential: Spring Boot, Spring MVC Preferred: JUnit, Mockito

Essential: Git, Maven/Gradle, REST, microservices, Agile Preferred: Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins

Essential: Basic application security practices Preferred: OAuth2, JWT

5+ years of Java backend development experience

Experience building APIs and backend services

Experience in microservices or service-based environments

Equivalent practical experience may also be considered

Develop backend features and APIs

Maintain and improve existing services

Review code and resolve issues

Write tests and technical documentation

Join stand-ups, sprint planning, and team collaboration sessions

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience

Relevant Java certifications

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Clear communication and teamwork

Ownership of assigned work

Adaptability to changing priorities

Time management and attention to quality

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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