Senior Developer

IDFC FIRST Bank; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

IDFC FIRST Bank in Chennai is seeking a Senior Backend Developer (Java/Go) to design, develop, and maintain robust backend systems. You will join the Information Technology team, leading backend initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable services.

The role requires strong expertise in Java and Go, RESTful APIs, databases, and cloud-based deployments. You will mentor juniors, ensure code quality, and drive performance optimizations across the platform.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional backend experience in Java/Golang.
• Proficiency with Java/Golang, Spring Boot or Gin frameworks.
• Experience with RESTful API design.
• Database knowledge: SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL or NoSQL.
• OOP and design pattern knowledge.
• Experience with Git.
• Familiarity with microservices & cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• GraphQL familiarity.
• CI/CD with Jenkins and Docker.
• Kubernetes familiarity.
• Agile development experience.
• Security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and Develop: Architect, design, and implement high-performance Java/Golang-based backend services and applications.
• Code Quality: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following industry best practices and coding standards.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, promoting best practices and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Collaboration: Work closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver robust solutions.
• Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and scalability issues.
• Testing: Implement comprehensive testing strategies, including unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in Java/Golang development, and continuously improve our development processes.

Skills

Java / Go

RESTful APIs

Databases (SQL/NoSQL)

Microservices

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

Git

GraphQL

Unit testing

Security

Spring / Gin

Testing

Agile

Monitoring (Jaeger)

Education

B.Sc. / B.Tech / BCA

M.Sc. / M.Tech / MCA

Tools

Spring / Gin

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

Jaeger

Job description

Role / Job Title

Senior Backend Developer (Java / Go Lang)

Function / Department

Information Technology

Job Purpose

As a Backend Developer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining complex backend systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions and drive the technical direction of our projects. Your experience and expertise will be vital in ensuring the performance, scalability, and reliability of our applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Develop: Architect, design, and implement high-performance Java/Golang-based backend services and applications.
• Code Quality: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following industry best practices and coding standards.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, promoting best practices and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Collaboration: Work closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver robust solutions.
• Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and scalability issues.
• Testing: Implement comprehensive testing strategies, including unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in Java/Golang development, and continuously improve our development processes.

Technical Skills

• 4+ Years of professional experience in Java/Golang backend development.
• Expert proficiency in Java/Golang and related frameworks (e.g., Spring, Spring Boot, Gin).
• Extensive experience with RESTful API design and development.
• Strong knowledge of database technologies, including SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL databases.
• Deep understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with GraphQL.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Docker).
• Familiarity with Jaeger for monitoring and tracing.
• Proficiency in unit testing frameworks.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies.
• Knowledge of security best practices and secure coding principles.

Soft Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Education Qualification

• Graduation: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) / Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) / Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
• Post-Graduation: Master of Science (M.Sc.) / Master of Technology (M.Tech) / Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

Experience

4-8 Years