Java Backend Developer

### Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain **backend services and APIs** using **Java and Spring Boot** for banking and financial applications. Build and consume **RESTful APIs** to support web and mobile banking platforms, ensuring security and performance standards. Implement **business logic, data validation, and transaction handling** aligned with banking requirements. Work with **relational databases** (PostgreSQL / MySQL) for data modeling, querying, and performance optimization. Apply **secure coding practices**, authentication, and authorization mechanisms in compliance with banking and regulatory standards. Collaborate closely with **front-end developers, QA, DevOps, and business analysts** to deliver end-to-end solutions. Participate in **code reviews**, debugging, and performance tuning. Support integration with third-party services and internal systems. Contribute to documentation and maintain clear technical specifications. ### Requirements * Bachelor’s degree in **Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field**. * Solid understanding of **backend development concepts** (APIs, MVC, layered architecture). * Experience developing **RESTful APIs** (hands-on experience using Django REST Framework or equivalent backend frameworks is acceptable and transferable to Java Spring) * Good knowledge of **SQL and relational databases** (PostgreSQL, MySQL) * Familiarity with **Git version control** and collaborative development workflows. * Understanding of **software development lifecycle (SDLC)** and Agile methodologies. * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. * Ability to work in a **regulated, security-sensitive environment**. Originally posted on [Himalayas](https://himalayas.app)