Java Full Stack Developer

First Object; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

First Object in Bengaluru (Hybrid - 3 days in office) is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain enterprise Java applications, with strong hands-on experience in Java, Spring/Spring Boot, JavaScript and SQL.

You will collaborate with global engineering teams to deliver scalable, secure software, follow SAFe/agile practices, and apply modern engineering methods including AI-assisted development to boost productivity and code quality.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of professional software development experience with Java, Spring/Spring Boot, JavaScript and/or Angular, and SQL.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs and backend services for enterprise apps.
• Front-end experience with JavaScript/Angular is desirable.
• Ability to deliver high-quality, thoroughly tested software on time.
• Familiarity with agile development processes (SAFe preferred).
• Experience with AI-native development practices and responsible validation of AI outputs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications and services using Spring/Spring Boot, REST APIs, JavaScript and/or Angular, and SQL.
• Work in Agile teams following Agile and SAFe methodologies to deliver high-quality products on time.
• Build and deliver scalable, secure software with performance and localization considerations.
• Apply and promote best practices: clean code, automated testing, code reviews, secure coding.

Skills

Java

Spring/Spring Boot

JavaScript

Angular

SQL

REST APIs

AI-assisted development

Agile SAFe

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

SQL Server

Job description

Senior Software Engineer - Java

Role & responsibilities

Location: Bangalore (Hybrid - 3 days per week in office)

Join our team as a Senior Software Engineer focused on the development and maintenance of enterprise software applications. The ideal candidate will bring 5-7 years of professional software development experience with strong hands-on expertise in Java, Spring/Spring Boot, JavaScript and/or Angular, and SQL. This role involves close collaboration with global engineering teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, secure, and maintainable software solutions. We are looking for an engineer who can manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment, contribute to technical decisions, and use modern engineering practices, including responsible AI-assisted development, to improve productivity and software quality.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Work as a core member of a global engineering team that applies the right technologies and practices to deliver world-class solutions that delight customers.
• Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications and services using Spring/Spring Boot, REST APIs, JavaScript and/or Angular, and SQL.
• Work in Agile teams following Agile and SAFe methodologies to deliver high-quality products on time, with performance, scalability, security, and localization requirements in mind.
• Build, test, and deliver innovative solutions to complex technical challenges; diagnose and resolve complex product issues.
• Apply and promote software development best practices, including clean code, reusable design, automated testing, peer reviews, secure coding, and maintainable architecture.
• Maintain and improve existing codebases, ensuring quality, performance, reliability, and efficient implementation.
• Use AI-assisted development tools responsibly, such as LLM-based coding assistants, Codex, ChatGPT, and Claude, to accelerate research, coding, debugging, test creation, documentation, and code review while validating accuracy and protecting company/customer data.
• Document development approaches, technical decisions, implementation changes, and operational considerations.
• Continuously learn and adopt new technologies, tools, and engineering practices that improve product quality and team productivity.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of professional software development experience with hands-on expertise in Java, Spring/Spring Boot, JavaScript and/or Angular, and SQL; SQL Server experience preferred.
• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs, backend services, and enterprise-grade application components.
• Hands-on experience building modular, component-based front-end applications with a strong grasp of JavaScript and/or Angular.
• Ability to design reusable code and optimize application features for performance, scalability, security, and maintainability.
• Successful track record of delivering high-quality, thoroughly tested software on time.
• Ability to follow technical standards and influence peers within a development team through strong engineering practices.
• Familiarity with AI-native software development practices, including effective prompting, code generation, test generation, debugging assistance, documentation support, and responsible validation of LLM-generated output.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical challenges and solutions to stakeholders and peers.
• Highly motivated and self-directed, capable of multitasking and working with minimal supervision.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process is preferred.

WHAT ELSE

• Experience or understanding of cloud computing technologies, business drivers, and emerging technology trends.
• Interest in microservice architecture, distributed systems, and modern API-driven application design.
• Proactive, creative, and innovative approach to solving technical problems.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a commitment to developing new skills, including AI-enabled engineering practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a global team environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.