We are looking for a skilled Lead Java Backend Developer with strong experience in Core Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and asynchronous messaging (RabbitMQ). The ideal candidate will design and build scalable microservices, integrate messaging patterns for event-driven systems, and deliver high-quality production-ready code.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain Java-based backend services using Core Java (8/11/17).
Build RESTful APIs and Microservices using Spring Framework and Spring Boot.
Implement messaging and event-driven architecture using RabbitMQ (queues, exchanges, routing keys, DLQs).
Integrate with relational and/or NoSQL databases and write optimized queries.
Apply best practices: SOLID, design patterns, clean code, unit testing, code reviews.
Build resilient services using patterns such as retry, timeout, circuit breaker, idempotency, and graceful error handling.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QA, DevOps, Product) across the SDLC.
Troubleshoot production issues and support deployments with root-cause analysis.

Mandatory Skills/Experience:

Strong knowledge of Core Java (OOP, Collections, Exception Handling, Streams, Concurrency basics).
Hands-on experience with Spring Core, Spring MVC, Spring Boot.
Microservices ecosystem: Spring Cloud, Config Server, Gateway, Eureka/Consul (optional)
Experience building REST APIs (request validation, pagination, error handling, versioning).
Experience with RabbitMQ
Familiarity with SQL databases (PostgreSQL / MySQL / Oracle) and ORM (Hibernate/JPA).
Knowledge of Kafka
Strong debugging, performance tuning, and problem-solving skills.

Good-to-Have Skills:

Security: Spring Security, OAuth2/JWT (optional)
Observability: logging, tracing, metrics (ELK, Prometheus/Grafana, OpenTelemetry)
CI/CD pipelines: Jenkins/GitHub.

Are you the right candidate Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don't necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

Why this role is important to us:

Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We're driving the company's digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence and robotics process automation.

We offer a collaborative environment where technology skills and innovation are valued in a global organization. We're looking for top technical talent to join our team and deliver creative technology solutions that help us become an end-to-end, next-generation financial services company.

Join us if you want to grow your technical skills, solve real problems and make your mark on our industry.

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you'll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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Lead Java Backend Developer - Senior Manager

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