Back-end Software Engineer IV - IBTE

The Standard India; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Annual incentive bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

The Standard India is seeking a Lead Software Engineer IV with deep hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, REST API development, and Confluent Platform to support our API-first integration strategy in enrollment, administration and claims.

You will design scalable, secure services, collaborate with Product Owners and Architects, and lead API engineering across Azure DevOps, GitHub, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD in a hybrid Bengaluru-based role.

Qualifications

• Deep hands-on experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade REST APIs using Java and Spring Boot.
• Strong OpenAPI/Swagger, resiliency, security, and performance optimization capabilities.
• Containerized development with Docker and Kubernetes / AKS in Azure.
• Experience with load testing REST APIs with JMeter, SOAPUI, or Gatling.
• SQL and NoSQL databases integration experience.
• Azure cloud experience with Azure native services for API platforms.
• Azure DevOps, GitHub, Maven, and CI/CD delivery practices.
• Agile delivery / DevOps methodology in iterative sprints.
• Experience with API gateways like Kong / Kong Konnect.
• Event-driven patterns with Apache Kafka, Azure Event Hub.
• Confluent Platform components: Kafka, Schema Registry, Kafka Connect, etc.
• Frontend integration patterns with backend APIs and services.
• Engage with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable functionality.

Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable REST APIs and event-driven components.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Architects, and DevOps to deliver.
• Apply SOLID, OpenAPI-driven design, secure integration patterns.
• Work in Azure DevOps, GitHub, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD environments.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST API development

event-driven architecture

OpenAPI design

Education

B.E./B.Tech in software engineering or CS

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AKS

Apache Kafka

Confluent Platform

Kafka Connect

Schema Registry

Job description

The next part of your journey is right around the corner — with Standard India

Job Summary

The Standard is seeking a Lead Software Engineer IV with deep hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, REST API development, Confluent Platform (Apache Kafka), and event-driven architecture to support the bentech integrations strategy. This strategy is intended to elevate The Standard customers’ overall digital experiences in enrollment, administration and claims through modern API-first and event-driven integration patterns that bridge The Standard’s vast insurance ecosystem & data with customer Human Capital Management Systems, broker digital solutions and data-intermediaries.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with Product Owners, Product Analysts, Scrum Masters, Front-end Engineers, Software Developers in Test, Data Engineers, DevOps / Site Reliability Engineers, and Architects to build scalable, secure, and reliable enterprise-grade services. The ideal candidate will be a senior engineer who can take ownership with minimal direction, translate business requirements into application functionality, and provide technical leadership across API engineering and integration delivery.

As a Lead Software Engineer IV, you will design and build complex, highly scalable, and reliable REST APIs, services, and event-driven components that deliver digital capabilities to customers. You will apply engineering best practices such as SOLID principles, OpenAPI-driven design, secure integration patterns, and performance-aware development across the software development life cycle. While this role should be comfortable working within Azure DevOps, GitHub, containerized environments, and CI/CD-enabled delivery models.

• Ability to work on-site in Bengaluru, India is a requirement of the role.

Mode of Working:

This role follows a hybrid work model, with a primary base in Bengaluru. While on-site presence is essential for key engagements, flexibility is offered for remote work based on business needs and team alignment.

Skills And Background You’ll Need

Education:

A B.E./ B.Tech. degree in software engineering, Computer Science or Information Systems, or a related field is required.

Experience:

10+ years of related experience.

• Deep hands-on experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade REST APIs using Java and Spring Boot
• Strong understanding of API design patterns, OpenAPI/Swagger specifications, resiliency, security, performance optimization, and production-grade service development
• Experience with containerized application development using Docker and Kubernetes / AKS in Azure-based environments
• Experience in load testing REST API applications with tools like Apache JMeter or SOAPUI or Scala/Gatling scripting.
• Strong data background with experience in integrating with databases (SQL and NoSQL)
• Experience developing and implementing application solutions on Microsoft Azure, with practical awareness of Azure-native services used by modern API platforms
• Working knowledge of Azure DevOps, GitHub, Maven, and CI/CD-enabled delivery practices.
• Working within an Agile delivery / DevOps methodology to deliver proof of concept and production implementation in iterative sprints
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, collaboration, and fast-learning abilities
• Experience integrating APIs through gateway and management platforms such as Kong / Kong Konnect preferred
• Strong experience with event-driven publish‑subscribe solution patterns using Apache Kafka, Azure Event Hub, or similar technologies
• Hands-on working knowledge of Confluent Platform components, including Kafka brokers/clusters, Schema Registry, Kafka Connect, connector development, and Apache Flink concepts such as statements and UDFs preferred
• Ability to understand frontend integration patterns and work effectively with frontend engineers to connect user experiences with backend APIs and services
• Ability to directly engage with business stakeholders and Product Owners to understand requirements and convert them into scalable application functionality
• Previous experience in a GCC environment and working across distributed teams/time zones is highly preferred.

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

• Adaptability – Demonstrates understanding of the rationale for and importance of the change and advocates for change
• Customer Focus – Uncovers customers' hidden needs or issues by asking insightful questions and developing rapport; encourages others to consider the customer’s perspective in making decisions
• Improvement Mindset – Recognizes opportunities for improvement between teams or functions; addresses problems and makes suggestions for ongoing improvement
• Resiliency – Maintains effectiveness and focus through ambiguity, setbacks, competing priorities, and changing business needs; responds constructively to challenges, learns from failure, and helps teams sustain momentum during periods of uncertainty or change.
• Agile Mindset – Embraces iterative delivery, continuous learning, and rapid feedback; adapts plans based on new information, prioritizes delivering customer value, and encourages experimentation, collaboration, and continuous improvement across teams.

Why Join Standard India?

We Have Built An Enduring Legacy Of Stability, Financial Strength And Exceptional Customer Service Through The Contributions Of The Service-oriented People Who Choose To Work At The Standard. To Ensure We Can Attract And Retain The Best Talent, When You Join StanCorp Global Servicesyou Can Expect

• A rich benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial goals
• An annual incentive bonus plan tied to both individual and organizational performance
• Paid time off including earned leave, sick/casual leave, and public holidays, in accordance with the company’s leave policy
• A supportive, responsive management approach that empowers you to grow
• Opportunities for career advancement through learning, coaching, and leadership enablement
• A culture where your voice matters - your ideas shape our future, and we win as one
• Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for our customers, communities, and each other

In addition to a competitive salary, our employee-focused benefits are designed to support work-life balance, personal growth, and long-term impact.

Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.

StanCorp Global Services India Private Limited is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, caste, HIV status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws of India.