Java backend developer

● Oversee the end-to-end delivery of fintech projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget.
● Experienced in designing professional slide decks, architectural diagrams, and visual content using PowerPoint (PPT), Canva, and other tools to enhance client communications and engage internal stakeholders effectively.
● Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment, demonstrating the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while consistently going above and beyond expectations to deliver high-quality results.
● Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocations.
● Actively participate in hands-on Java backend development and write applications using Object-Oriented Design Principles.
● Build and maintain RESTful services using Java Spring Boot and implement distributed cloud configurations using Spring Cloud.
● Design and implement circuit breakers and resilient microservices architecture.
● Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams — Product Management, ǪA, and DevOps — to ensure seamless project execution.
● Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, ensuring minimal disruption to delivery timelines.
● Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a high-performance and collaborative environment.
● Hands-on experience with REST-based microservices and relational databases.
● Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
● Working knowledge of Kafka and Linux/Unix systems.
● Help architect, develop, and maintain scalable, secure backend services and cloud-native APIs.

Ǫuulificutions
● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
● Previous experience in a technical leadership or delivery management role.
● Proven experience in the fintech industry, with an understanding of its unique challenges and regulatory requirements.
● Relevant certifications like PMP, SAFe Agilist, or Agile certifications are preferred.
● Strong project management skills, strategic thinking, and execution capabilities.

Wg work closgly with
● Java 8
● Spring Boot
● REST-based Microservices
● Hibernate ORM
● Relational Databases (PostgreSǪL, MySǪL)
● AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS)
● Kafka
● Linux / Unix