Java Developer - IAM

Persistent Systems; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Higher education sponsorship

Long Service awards

Flexible work hours

Employee engagement events

Group term life insurance

Personal accident coverage

Mediclaim hospitalization (self, etc.)

Ergonomic office setups

Job summary

Persistent Systems in Bengaluru seeks an experienced Java Lead to provide strong technical leadership, architect scalable Java-based solutions, and oversee production deployments in a client-driven environment.

The role requires on-site presence for most of the week with hybrid options, 8–12 years of experience, and a focus on prompt engineering to leverage AI tools for productivity. You will mentor teams and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver enterprise-grade software.

Qualifications

• Hands-on Java leadership with architecture and delivery ownership.
• Strong experience in design, performance tuning, and deployments.
• Experience with AI tools and prompt engineering to boost productivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Java developers on design, development, and best practices.
• Oversee production deployments and ensure smooth releases.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive process improvements.

Skills

Core Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

CI/CD pipelines

Prompt engineering

Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Leadership

Code reviews

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub Copilot

Kafka

Debezium

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Java Lead to provide strong technical leadership, drive high-quality development, and oversee production deployments. This role involves frequent client interaction and requires on-site presence for the majority of the work week. The ideal candidate will have hands-on knowledge of prompt engineering to effectively utilize AI tools for improving development productivity and code quality.

• Experience: Between 8 to 12 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Lead a team of Java developers, guiding them on design, development, and best engineering practices. Architect, design, and develop scalable Java-based solutions.
• Oversee and manage production deployments, ensuring seamless releases and quick resolution of deployment issues.
• Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and security practices.
• Collaborate closely with client stakeholders, product owners, and cross-functional teams.
• Design, architect, and implement reusable frameworks/components for enterprise-grade Java applications, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and performance.
• Utilize AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) through effective prompt engineering to enhance development speed, code generation, debugging, and documentation.
• Identify technical risks and propose solutions proactively.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes, automation, and team efficiency.
• Mentor and upskill junior developers.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• Strong hands-on experience in Core Java, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, Microservices, and backend architecture.
• Proven expertise in production deployment, release management, and working with CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience in performance tuning, debugging, and resolving production issues.
• Good understanding of SQL/NoSQL databases and cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP preferred).
• Experience in prompt engineering and using AI tools to enhance development workflows.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage deliverables in a client-driven environment.
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Exposure to event-driven systems (Kafka, Debezium, etc.).
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and automation tools.
• Educational background: Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent practical experience
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”