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Java Developer (Banking domain)

Summary

This senior Java developer role involves modernizing and supporting mission-critical core banking services using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices. The position focuses on building resilient, event-driven integrations and maintaining high-availability systems within a financial environment.

Project/Client: Banking
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Until 2027-02-28
Seniority: Senior
Language: English

Role Overview:
Be part of a Core Banking team modernizing and supporting mission-critical services for a leading banking platform. You will deliver new features, reduce technical debt, and ensure regulatory compliance using Java 11/17+, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices on highly available, enterprise-scale systems. Expertise with Kafka, Oracle Database, and event-driven architectures is key to maintaining resilient integrations with digital channels.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, build, and maintain Java microservices with Spring Boot and JPA/Hibernate

  • Develop and integrate REST/SOAP services and Kafka-based messaging solutions

  • Optimize SQL queries and ensure performance on Oracle Database

  • Contribute to core banking transformation and legacy-modernization initiatives

  • Collaborate in Agile/Scrum teams, providing technical leadership and code reviews

  • Ensure high availability, resilience, and regulatory compliance across distributed systems


Must-Have Requirements:

  • 5+ years of enterprise Java development (Java 11/17+)

  • Deep Spring Framework / Spring Boot expertise

  • Proven experience with REST APIs, microservices, and event-driven architectures

  • Hands-on with JPA/Hibernate, Maven or Gradle

  • Proficiency in Kafka (or similar messaging) and Oracle Database performance tuning

  • Solid grasp of core banking architecture, integration patterns, and high-availability design

  • Experience in production-critical financial environments and Agile/Scrum delivery

  • Fluent English plus strong analytical and stakeholder-communication skills


Nice to Have:

  • Exposure to core banking platforms such as Oracle FLEXCUBE, Temenos T24, Finacle, Mambu, or Thought Machine

  • Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes/OpenShift, and AWS / Azure / GCP

  • Knowledge of Domain-Driven Design (DDD), automated testing, and ISO 20022 / SWIFT standards

  • Background in core banking migration or transformation programs
    📩 Ready to Join?
    We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team!

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