Lead Java Backend Developer

applications, REST APIs, and microservices using Spring Boot and Spring Framework Establish and enforce coding standards, design patterns, and architectural best practices across development teams Conduct feasibility studies and provide recommendations to senior management on complex, large-scale projects Design, code, and implement application programs; perform comprehensive testing and code reviews Develop and design scalable API services and ensure high code quality through automated units, integration, and functional testing Optimize applications for maximum performance, usability, and maintainability Review, analyze, and modify programming systems-including debugging, performance tuning, and deployment for large-scale systems Lead modernization efforts and cloud-native transformations for legacy systems (e.g., Netbank, Mobile Banking) Research emerging technologies and best practices; assess implications for business strategy Participate in vendor evaluation, technology assessments

and due diligence exercises Drive DevOps practices and infrastructure-as-code initiatives What Do You Need to Succeed? Must-Have Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, IT Engineering, or related field 10+ years of professional software development experience with proven expertise in: Java development (Java 11+ preferred) with deep knowledge of OOP and design patterns Microservices architecture and distributed systems design Spring Framework and Spring Boot application development REST APIs and API-first design Cloud-native solutions (AWS, GCP, or Azure) with hands-on experience DevOps technologies and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, etc.) Containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Message queues/event-driven architectures (MQ, Kafka, RabbitMQ) Relational and NoSQL databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.) Comprehensive knowledge of enterprise-level security concepts and methodologies, including: SSO, SSL/TLS, encryption, API security and authentication frameworks (Apigee, OAuth 2.0, JWT), and role-based access control and entitlements management 5+ years of demonstrated leadership/facilitation experience managing cross-functional development teams Proven ability to mentor engineers and foster a culture of continuous improvement Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments Experience with banking, financial services, or regulated industries is highly valued Understanding of digital banking platforms and customer-facing applications Nice-to-Have AWS, GCP, or Azure certifications Experience with event-driven or event sourcing architectures Knowledge of API management platforms and gateway solutions Open-source project contributions or community involvement Experience with performance monitoring and APM tools (New Relic, Datadog, Splunk) Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) Banking domain certifications or regulatory compliance knowledge (PCI-DSS, SOX) Work Arrangement This role requires four days per week on-site at our office, with flexibility for one day of remote work. What’s in It for You? We thrive on the challenge to be our best, embracing progressive thinking and working together to deliver trusted advice that helps our clients and communities prosper. Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including performance bonuses and flexible benefits Leaders who actively support your professional development through coaching and career advancement opportunities Ability to make a lasting impact on digital banking innovation across the Caribbean region Work in a dynamic, collaborative, high-performing team of technical experts Access to world-class training and continuous learning programs Opportunities to tackle challenging, strategically important projects Leadership role in shaping technology strategy and architectural dec Job Skills