Lead Software Engineer- Backend
HDFC Bank · Gurugram, Haryana, India
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- Lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of Java-based applications andmicroservices.
- Architect and implement scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
- Design and develop cloud-native applications on AWS or GCP.
- Build and maintain microservices-based architectures with a focus on performance, reliability, andsecurity.
- Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines for automated build, test, and deployment processes.
- Containerize applications using Docker and manage deployments on Kubernetes (K8s).
- Design database schemas, write optimized queries, and manage data using PostgreSQL.
- Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide effective root-cause analysis and resolutions.
- Collaborate with product, QA, DevOps, and business teams to translate requirements into technicalsolutions.
- Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, guiding them on technical design and best practices.
- Participate in agile ceremonies, sprint planning, estimation, and technical decision-making.Required Skills & Experience
- Strong hands-on experience in Core Java and Spring Boot.
- Proven experience with AWS and/or GCP cloud platforms.
- Solid experience designing and developing microservices.
- Hands-on expertise in CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes.
- Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL, including query optimization and database design.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
- Experience leading development teams and managing end-to-end delivery.
- Strong understanding of REST APIs, security, performance tuning, and system integration.Good to Have
- Prior experience in the banking, financial services, or fintech domain.
- Familiarity with event-driven architectures, Kafka, or other messaging systems.
- Knowledge of observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK.
- Experience with Agile/Scrum delivery methodologies.Experience- 11 to 20 years of experience