Senior Software Engineer

About This Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with strong expertise in Java and database technologies to join our client in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in the banking domain, especially corporate lending , along with hands-on experience in APIs, system integrations, and end-to-end solution delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using Java and MS SQL / PL-SQL
• Perform end-to-end solutioning, including requirement analysis, functional design, and implementation
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and refine requirements
• Lead and participate in requirement workshops, stakeholder discussions, and expectation alignment
• Ensure timely delivery by managing milestones, dependencies, and coordination across teams
• Develop and integrate APIs and enterprise-level system integrations
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including QA, DevOps, and Product teams
• Follow Agile methodologies, actively participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Contribute to DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong experience in Java development
• Hands-on experience with MS SQL / PL-SQL
• Good understanding of corporate lending and banking domain
• Experience with APIs, microservices, and system integrations
• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Experience working in Agile environments
• Exposure to DevOps tools and practices
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to take ownership of deliverables and timelines

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with banking or financial institutions
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture and distributed systems
• Experience in handling large-scale, mission-critical applications

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive and ownership-driven mindset