Senior Software Engineer (Java) Job in Lahore | SSI Careers

Strategic Systems International; Lahore; On-site; PKR 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Systems International is seeking a proactive Senior Software Engineer with strong Java expertise to build scalable, high-performance systems. This hands-on role requires ownership mindset and solid analytical skills to drive technical initiatives and deliver robust microservices.

Responsibilities include designing and maintaining microservices with Java/Spring Boot, applying design patterns, collaborating with frontend teams (Angular/React/Next.js), optimizing databases, writing tests,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of Java/Spring experience (6+ preferred).
• Proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, JPA, JUnit, and Maven.
• Experience with microservices architecture and design patterns.
• Exposure to Angular, React, or Next.js.
• Solid database design and querying skills.
• Proficiency in Git, Docker, and AWS or other cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain microservices-based applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Apply software design patterns to build scalable, efficient solutions.
• Work with frontend teams (Angular, React, Next.js) for smooth integration.
• Design and optimize databases and write complex queries.
• Write and run unit tests (JUnit) and manage builds with Maven.
• Work with Docker and deploy applications on AWS or other cloud platforms.
• Contribute to code reviews, technical discussions, and team collaboration.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Hibernate

JPA

JUnit

Maven

Git

Docker

AWS / Cloud

Angular / React / Next.js exposure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Maven

Git

Docker

AWS

Job description

SSI is seeking a proactive Senior Software Engineer with strong Java expertise to build scalable, high-performance systems. The ideal candidate is a hands-on developer with an ownership mindset and strong analytical skills, who can drive technical initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain microservices-based applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Apply software design patterns to build scalable, efficient solutions.
• Work with frontend teams (Angular, React, Next.js) for smooth integration.
• Design and optimize databases and write complex queries.
• Write and run unit tests (JUnit) and manage builds with Maven.
• Work with Docker and deploy applications on AWS or other cloud platforms.
• Contribute to code reviews, technical discussions, and team collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of Java/Spring experience (6+ preferred).
• Strong skills in Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, JPA, JUnit, and Maven.
• Experience with microservices architecture and design patterns.
• Exposure to Angular, React, or Next.js.
• Solid database design and querying skills.
• Proficiency in Git, Docker, and AWS or other cloud platforms.

Skills

Technical Skills

• Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JPA
• Microservices architecture and design patterns
• JUnit and Maven
• Database design and complex queries
• Git, Docker, and AWS/cloud platforms
• Angular, React, or Next.js (exposure)

Soft Skills

• Strong communication
• Teamwork
• Ownership mindset
• Analytical thinking
• Driving technical initiatives

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of messaging queues and multithreading.