Software Engineer

IDFC FIRST Bank; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Backend Developer to design, develop, and maintain complex backend systems. You will closely collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in Java/Golang backend development, possess strong skills in RESTful API design, and have a deep understanding of database technologies. This role emphasizes technical leadership and mentoring in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in Java/Golang backend development.
• Expert proficiency in Java/Golang and related frameworks like Spring and Spring Boot.
• Experience with RESTful API design and development.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement high-performance Java/Golang-based backend services.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.

Skills

Java backend development

Golang backend development

RESTful API design

Database technologies (SQL/MySQL/PostgreSQL/NoSQL)

Microservices architecture

CI/CD pipelines

Object-oriented programming

Version control (Git)

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud)

Job description

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.

Primary Skills

• 5+ 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).