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Java Full Stack Senior Developer

Job Req Id:
25907487
Location(s):
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job Type:
On-Site/Resident
Posted:
Sep. 17, 2025

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Job Overview

The Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Lead Specialist with over 9 years of expertise in Java, Spring Boot, REST API development, and Oracle Database. This role involves end-to-end responsibility for project delivery, leading a small team of developers, and providing robust technical solutions to meet client requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, leadership skills, and the ability to design and implement innovative solutions in a dynamic environment. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Design, develop, recommend, and implement high-quality business solutions in a dynamic, high-transactional environment.
  • Lead and mentor a team of developers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality deliverables.
  • Demonstrate professional maturity in interactions with all levels of management and staff.
  • Participate in design and architecture discussions, contributing ideas to improve overall system design.
  • Take ownership of application analysis, performance tuning, and ensuring reliability based on documented SLAs.
  • Ensure strong technical alignment with development standards, SDLC processes, and coding frameworks for all application development efforts.
  • Actively participate in Agile ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, and Retrospectives.

Required Skills and Experience: 

  • 9+ years of experience in developing and maintaining enterprise applications using Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and Oracle DB.
  • Strong expertise in Java 8 or above, Spring Boot, REST API, Spring Batch, and related open-source technologies.
  • Proven experience with JSP framework, Java Collections framework, and Multithreading.
  • Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and OpenShift is a plus.
  • Exceptional knowledge of Relational Databases (preferably Oracle), SQL, and ORM technologies like Hibernate.
  • Hands-on experience with DevOps tools such as Bitbucket, SonarQube, and Jenkins.
  • Familiarity with build tools like Maven or Gradle.
  • Experience working in an Agile development lifecycle.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide robust technical solutions for complex client requirements.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively manage and mentor a team.
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms and microservices architecture is an added advantage.

Qualifications:

  • 5-8 years of relevant experience
  • Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
  • Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
  • Working knowledge of consulting/project management techniques/methods
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements


Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience


This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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