Key Responsibilities
• Lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of Java-based applications and microservices.
• Architect and implement scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Design and develop cloud-native applications on AWS or GCP.
• Build and maintain microservices-based architectures with a focus on performance, reliability, and security.
• Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines for automated build, test, and deployment processes.
• Containerize applications using Docker and manage deployments on Kubernetes (K8s).
• Design database schemas, write optimized queries, and manage data using PostgreSQL.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide effective root-cause analysis and resolutions.
• Collaborate with product, QA, DevOps, and business teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, guiding them on technical design and best practices.
• Participate in agile ceremonies, sprint planning, estimation,



and technical decision-making. Required Skills & Experience
• Strong hands-on experience in Core Java and Spring Boot.
• Proven experience with AWS and/or GCP cloud platforms.
• Solid experience designing and developing microservices.
• Hands-on expertise in CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL, including query optimization and database design.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Experience leading development teams and managing end-to-end delivery.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs, security, performance tuning, and system integration. Good to Have
• Prior experience in the banking, financial services, or fintech domain.
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures, Kafka, or other messaging systems.
• Knowledge of observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum delivery methodologies. Experience
- 11 to 20 years of experience

📌 Lead Software Engineer- Backend (Gurugram)
🏢 HDFC Bank
📍 Gurugram