Senior Backend Engineer

D360 Bank; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial institution in Riyadh is seeking a Java Developer responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Java solutions. Candidates should possess 5 to 7 years of experience in software development, primarily using Java technologies. This role involves collaboration with business stakeholders and mentoring junior developers while adhering to Agile methodologies.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in software development, mainly in Java technologies.
• Experience in Agile methodologies and software design best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Java-based components and interfaces.
• Collaborate with business analysts and product owners to refine user stories.
• Mentor junior developers and lead software implementation best practices.
• Conduct testing and provide troubleshooting support.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

DevOps skills

System Design Architecture

Quality Assurance and Control

Agility

Collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Digital fluency

Education

Tertiary-level qualification from an internationally recognized institution

Job description

Job Description

The role is responsible for several Java-related duties throughout the software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing.

He / she is required to create user information solutions through the development, implementation, and maintenance of Java-based components and interfaces.

He / she will work closely with Business Analyst & Product Owners to refine user stories and requirements and identify, prioritize, and execute tasks within the software development life cycle.

He / she will mentor junior developers, and work independently and proactively.

Responsibilities

Works with Business & Products to determine what their needs are and then develops the appropriate software to meet those requirements.

Plans and executes all deployment of system features and monitors for successful integration, maintaining the system throughout its lifecycle

Leading the design and architecture of software systems

Conducts the testing of completed code modules with the help of junior Java developers

Assists other developers with troubleshooting, debugging, and coding.

Working Knowledge of relational database concepts and SQL beyond simple queries

Working on a full software development life cycle environment under Agile methodologies, capable of taking the lead on software design and implementation best practices (Unit Testing, Test Driven Development, Continuous Integration, Source Control policies, among others)

A specialist individual contributor or a team lead who has managed and delivered projects

Has team or technical supervision skills

Demonstrated expertise and experience with complex technical activities

Has worked with more senior staff and dealt with complex issues, larger clients, accounts, projects, or internal relationships.

Technical Competencies

JavaScript

DevOp skills

System Design Architecture

Quality Assurance and Control

Agility

Behavioral Competencies

Collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Digital fluency

Attention to Details

Managing project timelines and deliverables

Guiding and mentoring teams of developers

Interfacing with stakeholders to understand business requirements

Reviewing codes to ensure quality and adherence to standards

Driving innovation and staying updated with the latest industry trends

Contributing to strategic decisions about technology, definition, and implementation of software products

Enforce, incorporate, and comply with all necessary controls and related information security (EIS) policies, procedures, practices, training, reporting, personal due diligence and vigilance, within departmental / unit activities and operations.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

A tertiary-level qualification from an internationally recognized institution

Years & Nature of Experience

Recommended to be 5 to 7 years of equivalent experience where required competencies and experience have been demonstrated in a Software Developer, working mainly in Java technologies