Sr. Application Developer - Swing Shift

Gemological Institute of America; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gemstone institute is seeking a Senior Software Developer to design and maintain high-quality software solutions. This role focuses on building scalable applications using modern frameworks like Spring and Micronaut. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of IT experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to code quality. Collaboration within cross-functional teams is key to improving operational performance. The position is based in Mumbai, India and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of IT experience, with at least 2 years in software development.
• Experience with web frameworks and database technologies.
• Familiarity with Agile practices and automated testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain high-quality software solutions.
• Develop high-performance, loosely coupled services.
• Collaborate closely with product and engineering teams.

Skills

Object-oriented design

Problem-solving skills

Collaborative teamwork

Time management

Commitment to code quality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Tools

Spring

Micronaut

Angular

NodeJS

CI/CD

Job description

The Senior Software Developer is a key technical contributor responsible for designing, building, and maintaining high-quality software solutions that meet GIA’s business needs. The role exists to deliver robust, scalable, and maintainable applications using modern development practices, while collaborating closely with product, engineering, and support teams. This position ensures consistent software quality through strong coding standards, testing discipline, and continuous improvement. Ultimately, the role enables GIA to deliver reliable, high-performing applications that support its mission and operations.## Essential DutiesCode, test, and implement software solutions that meet functional and technical requirements. Develop high-performance, loosely coupled services using modern frameworks and patterns. Write and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure quality and deployability. Refactor code and uphold high standards for maintainability and readability. Stay current on trends in application architecture, cloud, and modern development practices. Define and maintain technical standards and procedures for consistent implementation. Collaborate with front-end/back-end developers and stakeholders to improve user experience. Review support requests and identify opportunities to prevent recurring issues. Participate in Agile ceremonies and continuous improvement; perform other duties as assigned.## Competencies• Strong object-oriented design and application architecture knowledge. • Hands-on experience with modern web and backend technologies (Spring, Micronaut preferred). • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams. • Commitment to code quality, testing, and documentation. • Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines. • Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse environment.## QualificationsEducation Qualifications and Certifications • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Previous Work Experience, including Leadership Experience • Minimum of 5+ years of IT experience, with at least 2 years building front-end and/or back-end systems. Technical / Domain Specific / Functional Experience and Knowledge • Experience with web frameworks (e.g., Angular, NodeJS), version control, CI/CD, and Agile practices. Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases. GIA or G&J Industry Specific Experience and Knowledge • Familiarity with laboratory, grading, or operational technology environments is preferred but not required. Critical Experiences (including challenges that were overcome, proven skills, demonstrated outcomes, etc.) • Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality software, write automated tests, and work effectively in Agile teams.**Disclaimer:** This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification and it may be changed by management at any time. Other duties may also apply. Nothing in this job description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Company and its employees.Working at GIA Services means you can express your passion for education, gemstones, business, and make a difference. GIA Services seeks skilled professionals that will work as a team to fulfill its mission of building new capabilities, modernizing processes, and enabling future scalability. We welcome you to explore your career path in GIA Services! **Pre-Employment Requirements:** • Applicants and new hires are subject to background checks as per the company policy, this will include reference checks, address, education verification, police verification and work history verification. **Equal Opportunity** • GIA Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, marital status, age, disability, or veteran’s status. • Please review our current available positions. Due to the high volume of resumes we receive daily, we regret that we cannot personally contact every applicant. Candidates whose experience closely matches our qualification requirements will be contacted by GIA Services Human Resources department and invited for an interview. Thank you for your interest.