Full stack Java Developer

Synechron; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Opportunities to work abroad

Extensive training opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Diversity & inclusion emphasis

Job summary

Synechron is hiring a seasoned Full Stack Java Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable enterprise applications. You will work with Java, Node.js, and Apache Kafka to implement microservices and event-driven architectures in a fast-paced Agile environment.

Join a global technology leader delivering digital solutions for top banks and financial firms. Expect collaboration across product, QA, and operations, with opportunities to grow technical skills and contribute to modernization

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience.
• Proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, microservices, REST APIs, Hibernate, Spring Security, and JPA.
• Hands-on Node.js and server-side development experience.
• Kafka exposure including producers, consumers, topics and streaming.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Minimum 7+ years of software engineering experience.
• Design and develop scalable full-stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, and modern front-end technologies.
• Develop and maintain Microservices-based applications for high-volume transactions.
• Build and enhance event-driven solutions utilizing Apache Kafka for real-time data.
• Create and maintain Kafka producers, consumers, and stream processing applications.
• Design and develop RESTful APIs with scalability, security, and performance in mind.
• Develop responsive user interfaces using React.js or Angular.
• Collaborate with Architects, Product Owners, QA teams, and Business Analysts.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and translate business requirements into technical plans.
• Write clean, reusable code and perform code reviews to mentor juniors.
• Integrate applications with databases, cloud services, external APIs, and enterprise platforms.
• Support SIT, UAT, production deployments, and modernization initiatives.
• Troubleshoot performance issues and optimize Kafka messaging infrastructure.

Skills

Full Stack Java development

Java 8/11/17

Microservices

REST APIs

Event-driven architectures

Distributed systems

React.js or Angular

Agile/Scrum

Tools

Spring Boot

Hibernate

Node.js

Apache Kafka

Oracle

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

MySQL

MongoDB

Cassandra

DynamoDB

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

GitLab CI

Maven

SonarQube

Git

Bitbucket

GitHub

Job description

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets

We are seeking a highly skilled Full Stack Java Developer with strong expertise in Java, Node.js, and Apache Kafka to design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have experience building microservices-based applications, developing responsive front-end solutions, and implementing event-driven architectures in fast-paced Agile environments.

Additional Information

*The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $100k - $110k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities

• Minimum 7+ years of software engineering experience with expertise in Full Stack Java development.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Java 8/11/17, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, Hibernate, Spring Security, and JPA.
• Hands‑on experience with Node.js and server‑side application development.
• Strong experience with Apache Kafka including producers, consumers, topics, partitions, consumer groups, and event streaming.
• Experience building scalable and resilient enterprise applications using distributed systems architecture.
• Experience implementing and supporting event‑driven architectures and real‑time data processing solutions.
• Strong understanding of application design patterns, object‑oriented programming, and software engineering best practices.
• Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or MySQL.
• Experience working with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Cassandra, or DynamoDB.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Maven, and SonarQube.
• Experience with source control systems including Git, Bitbucket, or GitHub.
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, debugging, and communication skills.
• Banking and Financial Services domain experience is highly preferred

Requirements

• Design and develop scalable full‑stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, and modern front‑end technologies.
• Develop and maintain Microservices‑based applications supporting high‑volume enterprise transactions.
• Build and enhance event‑driven solutions utilizing Apache Kafka for real‑time messaging and data integration.
• Create and maintain Kafka producers, consumers, and stream processing applications to support business‑critical workflows.
• Design and develop RESTful APIs while ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
• Develop responsive user interfaces using React.js or Angular frameworks.
• Collaborate with Architects, Product Owners, QA teams, and Business Analysts to deliver high‑quality software solutions.
• Participate actively in Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Backlog Grooming, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives, and Daily Standups.
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions and implementation plans.
• Write clean, maintainable, and reusable code following coding standards and best practices.
• Perform code reviews and provide technical mentorship to junior and mid‑level developers.
• Integrate applications with databases, cloud services, external APIs, and enterprise platforms.
• Support SIT, UAT, production deployments, and application modernization initiatives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application performance, integration, and production issues.
• Optimize Kafka messaging infrastructure and application performance to ensure reliability and scalability.
• Contribute to architecture discussions, technical innovation, and platform modernization efforts.
• Ensure security, compliance, and operational excellence standards are incorporated into all solution designs.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short‑term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On‑demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier‑one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.