Senior Software Engineer <> Mastercard

Key Deliverables

• Architect and develop robust backend services using Java to support high-volume transaction processing.
• Design and optimize complex SQL database schemas to ensure data integrity and system performance.
• Migrate and manage cloud-native applications across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.
• Collaborate with product managers and architects to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Implement automated testing and CI/CD pipelines to maintain high code quality and deployment velocity.
• Mentor junior engineers through code reviews and technical guidance to foster a culture of engineering excellence.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues to ensure maximum system availability and security.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum of 5-8 years of professional experience in software development within a high-scale environment.
• Expert-level proficiency in Java and deep understanding of object-oriented design principles.
• Advanced experience in writing and optimizing complex SQL queries for large-scale databases.
• Proven hands-on experience deploying and managing services on at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and API design.
• Ability to work effectively in an onsite, collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the fintech or payments industry with exposure to high-security compliance standards.
• Familiarity with multi-cloud strategies and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with performance tuning and capacity planning for mission-critical applications.
• Relevant cloud certifications (AWS Certified Developer, Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Professional Cloud Developer).