Senior Backend Developer

Job Title- Senior Backend Developer,29138

Domain

Information Technology (IT)

Location

India – Trivandrum, Bangalore, Chennai, Kochi, Mumbai, Thiruvananthapuram

Work Model: Hybrid (3 days office)

Shift Timing: 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Experience

5 – 8 Years

Employment Type

Full-time

Salary Range

INR 13,00,000 – 22,00,000 per annum

Notice Period

Immediate to 15 days only (Mandatory)

Role Summary

We are seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer with strong Java and enterprise application development experience to build and maintain scalable backend systems. The role involves designing REST APIs, developing microservices, contributing to AI/ML-enabled platforms, and mentoring junior engineers. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, enterprise-grade solutions while adhering to engineering best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development & Design

• Independently design, develop, test, debug, and maintain high-quality backend applications.
• Translate user stories and business requirements into technical designs and implementations.
• Develop low-level designs (LLD) for multiple components and assist leads in technical decision-making.
• Identify and resolve performance, scalability, and quality issues proactively.
  
  

Backend & API Development

• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices-based architectures.
• Develop scalable enterprise applications using modern Java frameworks.
• Optimize database interactions and write complex SQL queries.
  
  

Quality & Delivery

• Create and review unit test cases, ensure high test coverage and defect-free delivery.
• Perform defect root cause analysis (RCA) and implement preventive solutions.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, timelines, SLAs, and delivery metrics.
  
  

DevOps & Environment

• Support CI/CD pipelines, build processes, and deployment activities.
• Work in Linux/Unix environments using SSH and shell scripting.
• Participate in release management and production support with quick turnaround on issues.
  
  

Mentoring & Leadership

• Mentor junior developers and support their technical growth.
• Review code, designs, and documentation created by peers.
• Begin demonstrating technical leadership capabilities aligned with Lead Engineer expectations.
  
  

Documentation & Reporting

• Create and review technical documentation.
• Provide regular status updates and comply with project reporting standards.
• Contribute to knowledge repositories and shared project documentation.
  
  

Must-Have Skill Set (Mandatory)

Technical Skills

• Java (Expert level)
• Spring Boot, Spring Framework
• Hibernate, JPA
• Maven
• REST API development
• Microservices architecture
• Oracle Database & advanced SQL
• Regular Expressions (Regex)
• Linux/Unix systems, SSH
• CI/CD pipelines & build processes
• IDE usage and Agile/Scrum methodologies
  
  

Experience & Other Requirements

• 5+ years of professional backend software development experience
• Strong understanding of JVM, concurrency, and enterprise application design
• Job stability with clear employment history
• Ability to work in hybrid model and evening shift
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Immediate to 15-day notice period only
• Must be able to clear strict background verification (BGV)
  
  

Nice-to-Have Skill Set

• Python for data processing, MLOps, or AI integrations
• Experience with MLOps pipelines and ML lifecycle management
• Exposure to LLM integration or AI model deployment
• NLP concepts such as text processing, NER, or medical text analysis
• JavaScript for UI integration and frontend collaboration
• Experience with healthcare or regulated enterprise systems
• Familiarity with NLP frameworks (e.g., UIMA or similar)
  
  

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Master's degree or combination of Computer Science & Data Science education is a plus
  
  

Interview Process

• 2 Technical Rounds
• 1 Client Round
  
  

Skills: regex,oracle database,ci/cd,spring boot,jpa,maven,rest api,java,hibernate,linux,spring framework,microservices,advanced sql,ide