Java Backend Developer-Only Trivandrum

UST; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

UST is looking for a Java Backend Developer to join the team in Trivandrum. You will design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices, collaborating with product owners and cross-functional teams.

Role requires 4+ years of hands-on experience with RESTful APIs, databases, and cloud platforms like AWS or GCP, with a strong foundation in software design and CI/CD practices.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional software development experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active relationships with the Product Owner to understand business requirements.
• Lead requirement-gathering meetings and review technical designs with the Product Owner.
• Own backlog items and coordinate with team members to develop features planned for each sprint.
• Perform technical design reviews and code reviews.
• Mentor, lead, and guide team members on technical skills and best practices.
• Design, develop, prototype, and troubleshoot software across service and backend layers.
• Perform peer reviews of source code to ensure reusability, scalability, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.
• Participate in collaborative technical discussions focused on software design, architecture, development, and user experience.
• Develop and maintain scalable backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and work with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning and delivery.
• Perform demonstrations for client stakeholders on project features and sub-features.
• Utilize modern backend development technologies and cloud platforms such as AWS/GCP.

Skills

Java/J2EE

Spring Boot

Microservices

AWS / GCP

RESTful APIs

Oracle DB / NoSQL

Git

Maven / Gradle

Jenkins

OOP / Design

Postman

IDE: Eclipse/IntelliJ

Tools

Git

Maven/Gradle

Jenkins

Postman

Eclipse/IntelliJ

Job description

Who we are:

Role Description

Who we are:

At UST, we help the world’s best organizations grow and succeed through transformation. Bringing together the right talent, tools, and ideas, we work with our client to co-create lasting change. Together, with over 30,000 employees in 30+ countries, we build for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process. Visit us at www.ust.com.

Summary

UST is looking for Java Backend Developer

The Opportunity

Job Title: Java Backend Developer

Location: Trivandrum

Experience: 4+ Years

Mandatory Skills

• Java / J2EE
• Spring Boot
• Microservices
• AWS / GCP
• RESTful APIs
• Oracle DB / NoSQL DB
• Git
• Maven / Gradle
• Jenkins
• OOP / Object-Oriented Design
• Postman
• Eclipse / IntelliJ IDEA

Job Responsibilities

As a Java Backend Developer, you will:

• Maintain active relationships with the Product Owner to understand business requirements.
• Lead requirement-gathering meetings and review technical designs with the Product Owner.
• Own backlog items and coordinate with team members to develop features planned for each sprint.
• Perform technical design reviews and code reviews.
• Mentor, lead, and guide team members on technical skills and best practices.
• Design, develop, prototype, and troubleshoot software across service and backend layers.
• Perform peer reviews of source code to ensure reusability, scalability, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.
• Participate in collaborative technical discussions focused on software design, architecture, development, and user experience.
• Develop and maintain scalable backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and work with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning and delivery.
• Perform demonstrations for client stakeholders on project features and sub-features.
• Utilize modern backend development technologies and cloud platforms such as AWS/GCP.

Required Technical Skills

• 4+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java/J2EE, Spring, and Spring Boot.
• Good experience in Microservices architecture.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and backend service development.
• Experience with Oracle DB and NoSQL databases.
• Hands‑on experience with Git and Maven/Gradle.
• Experience with Jenkins and CI/CD practices.
• Good knowledge of Object‑Oriented Programming and design principles.
• Experience with development and API testing tools such as Postman.
• Proficiency with IDEs such as Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA.
• Experience with AWS or GCP cloud platforms.

Optional Skills

• Experience with Angular or other frontend technologies.
• Exposure to modern frontend and backend development practices.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

What We Believe

We’re proud to embrace the same values that have shaped UST since the beginning. Since day one, we’ve been building enduring relationships and a culture of integrity. And today, it's those same values that are inspiring us to encourage innovation from everyone, to champion diversity and inclusion and to place people at the centre of everything we do.

Humility

We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.

Humanity

Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.

Integrity

We honour our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation.

All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, colour, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.

• To support and promote the values of UST.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures

Skills

Java, Springboot, Microservices, AWS/GCP