Junior Engineer

Jobtailor; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Chennai seeks a senior software engineer to design robust end-to-end applications using Java/Spring Boot for the backend and Angular v14+ for the frontend, with Python for automation and data tasks.

You will architect RESTful APIs, manage databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL/NoSQL), mentor juniors, and contribute to DevOps workflows while exploring AI-assisted coding tools and ML APIs to enhance product features.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent qualifications
• Familiarity with prompt engineering and AI-driven development tools
• Proven ability to learn new programming languages and frameworks, including Python
• Experience using Python and AI to automate repetitive tasks and optimize developer experience
• Ability to decompose complex business requirements into technical solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging with global cross-functional teams
• Adaptable growth mindset and willingness to learn
• Knowledge of Java/Spring Boot and Angular v14+
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservices
• Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL and MySQL, and NoSQL environments
• Familiarity with GitHub Copilot, Cursor, LLMs, or Machine Learning APIs
• Experience writing unit/integration tests with JUnit, Mockito, Jasmine/Karma, or PyTest
• Knowledge of modern DevOps workflows

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust, secure, and scalable end-to-end applications using Java/Spring Boot for the back end and Angular (v14+) for the front end
• Utilize Python to develop automation scripts, data processing pipelines, or lightweight microservices
• Architect and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices supporting Ford’s global digital ecosystem
• Design optimized database schemas and manage data integrity across PostgreSQL, MySQL, and NoSQL environments
• Lead adoption of AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot and Cursor
• Explore integration of LLMs or Machine Learning APIs to enhance product features
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests using JUnit, Mockito, Jasmine/Karma, or PyTest
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers in best practices, design patterns, and modern DevOps workflows

Skills

Java/Spring Boot

Angular (v14+)

Python

RESTful APIs

Microservices

PostgreSQL

MySQL

NoSQL

Unit/Integration Testing

GitHub Copilot

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

JUnit

Mockito

Jasmine/Karma

PyTest

Cursor

Job description

• Design and implement robust, secure, and scalable end-to-end applications using Java/Spring Boot for the back end and Angular (v14+) for the front end


• Utilize Python to develop automation scripts, data processing pipelines, or lightweight microservices


• Architect and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices supporting Ford’s global digital ecosystem


• Design optimized database schemas and manage data integrity across PostgreSQL, MySQL, and NoSQL environments


• Lead adoption of AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot and Cursor


• Explore integration of LLMs or Machine Learning APIs to enhance product features


• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests using JUnit, Mockito, Jasmine/Karma, or PyTest


• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers in best practices, design patterns, and modern DevOps workflows

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent qualifications


• Familiarity with prompt engineering and AI-driven development tools


• Proven ability to learn new programming languages and frameworks, including Python


• Experience using Python and AI to automate repetitive tasks and optimize developer experience


• Ability to decompose complex business requirements into technical solutions


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for engaging with global cross-functional teams


• Adaptable growth mindset and willingness to learn


• Knowledge of Java/Spring Boot and Angular v14+


• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservices


• Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL and MySQL, and NoSQL environments


• Familiarity with GitHub Copilot, Cursor, LLMs, or Machine Learning APIs


• Experience writing unit/integration tests with JUnit, Mockito, Jasmine/Karma, or PyTest


• Knowledge of modern DevOps workflows

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing secure, scalable applications using Java/Spring Boot and Angular, while leveraging Python for automation and data processing. Proficient in architecting RESTful APIs and microservices, with a strong focus on database management and modern DevOps practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Java/Spring Boot Development


• Angular (v14+) Development


• RESTful API Architecture


• Python Automation Scripting


• Unit/Integration Testing with JUnit

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Java


• Spring Boot


• Angular


• Python


• RESTful APIs


• Microservices


• PostgreSQL


• MySQL


• NoSQL


• Unit/Integration Testing

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills


• Adaptable Growth Mindset


• Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science


• Master’s Degree in Information Technology

Industry Keywords

• AI-Assisted Coding


• DevOps Workflows


• Data Integrity


• Automation

Tools & Technologies

• GitHub Copilot


• Cursor


• Machine Learning APIs


• JUnit


• Mockito


• Jasmine


• Karma


• PyTest