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Job Summary

• Design and maintain backend services using Java 17 or 21 and Spring Boot or Quarkus.
• Develop REST and SOAP APIs.
• Ensure efficient database connectivity using ORM frameworks.
• Develop and maintain messaging services with JMS, MQ, Kafka and Solace.
• Experience with Java frameworks like Spring, Struts, and Enterprise JavaBeans is a plus.
• Ensure seamless API connectivity using gateways like Kong or Axway.
• Manage dependencies and build processes with Apache Maven.
• Containerize applications with Docker for consistent deployment.
• Adhere to coding standards, perform code reviews, and refactor code as needed.
• Ensure code meets security standards with no high/critical vulnerabilities.
• Optimize code to meet performance standards.
• Use Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines and project management.
• Deploy and manage applications on OCP, AWS EKS or SKE.
• Write and maintain unit tests with JUnit.
• Document APIs using Swagger.
• Select and implement resilient technology stacks and architectural patterns.
• Continuously improve Agile practices and coach the team.
• Implement scalable and maintainable microservices architecture.
• Collaborate with product managers and tech leads to meet requirements and objectives.
• Lead and participate in system changes, ensuring efficient project delivery and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development and maintenance of in-house applications.




• Accountable for understanding business requirements and translating them into technical solutions within their area of expertise.
• Working alongside and cooperating with other Engineers and Developers working on different layers of the Applications.
• Provide domain expertise to support decision-making and problem-solving within the team.
• Identify potential risks within their domain and communicate them to squad and chapter leads. Work collaboratively to mitigate identified risks.
• Contribute innovative ideas and solutions to improve products, services, and processes.
• Responsible for ensuring work items are accurately tracked and updated in ADO.

Motivations

• Motivated by delivering high-quality operational outcomes while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Energised by identifying opportunities for process improvement, driving operational efficiency, and enhancing customer and stakeholder experiences.
• Thrives in a quick-paced, results-oriented environment that requires problem-solving, critical thinking, and effective decision-making.
• Driven by collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve shared business objectives and deliver sustainable business outcomes.
• Demonstrates resilience and adaptability when managing complex operational challenges, changing priorities,



and continuous business transformation.
• Motivated by developing people, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and supporting team success through coaching and leadership.

Skills and Experience

Must-have Skills
• Java, JDK 17 or above
• Spring Boot
• REST APIs
• Microservice Architecture
• Information Security (SSL/mTLS, AuthN & AuthZ, Encryption & Signing, Certificates)
• CI/CD
• GIT
• Maven
• Swagger
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• SpringCloud (AWS / Azure / GCP)
• RDBMS (Oracle / PostgreSQL / DB2 / ORM / etc.)
• NoSQL (MongoDB / Redis / HBase / etc.)
• Messaging (RabitMQ / ActiveMQ / AWS SQS / Solace / Kafka / ect.)
• AI Dev & Tools (GPT Codex / Claud codes / Skill / MCP / GHCP / Cursor Composer / etc..)
• Agile Methodologies (SCRUM / DevOps / TDD / BDD)
Other Skills
• Quarkus
• IDE (IDEAs / Eclipse )
• API Gateway
• Vulnerability Remediation
• Basic Network Knowledge

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of backend development experience.
• Banking, Insurance, or FinTech domain working experience is an advantage.
• Language: English

About Standard Chartered

We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you. You ca

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