Lead Java Developer

Job Title: Full Stack Developer / Java Expert.

Department: ISPL 2S – Market & Financing Services- MFS, CIB2S IT

About Business Line/Function

Market and Financing Services (MFS): The MFS IT team is supporting CIB2S Clients on the following financial services - Foreign exchange, Cash management, Financing, Agency collateral management, Securities lending, Independent valuation (of OTC derivatives), and Dealing.

The MFS IT team works on a wide range of projects and platforms [supporting the above services], by providing Application development arising from business, regulatory changes and re-engineering of existing applications to improve functionality and efficiency.

Position Purpose

The position necessitates a Senior Java developer who would be responsible to

• Develop solutions on Java with best practices and good architecture.
• Leads the team on implementation of right practices to have secure coding.
• Clean up vulnerabilities highlighted by scanning stools for the application.
• Play the role of a Java, Springs expert to the team.
  
  

Responsibilities

Position Purpose

Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable Java-based backend services and middle business layer components within enterprise full-stack applications. Own backend architecture decisions, API design, data access patterns, and integration with upstream and downstream systems. Work competently across the existing frontend layer using Angular/TypeScript/React. Bring the depth of an experienced backend engineer with the breadth to contribute across the full stack. Leverage AI-assisted development tools as a standard part of day-to-day engineering practice.

Direct Responsibilities

• Develop scalable full-stack solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and modern frontend frameworks (Angular).
• Design and optimize high-performance APIs with security, caching, and fault tolerance.
• Develop robust backend services with efficient database interactions.
• Build responsive UI with seamless backend integration.
• Automate CI/CD pipelines for rapid, reliable software delivery.
• Lead cloud-native deployments with containerization, auto-scaling, and cost optimization.
• Enforce Quality-first engineering: Unit, integration, and ensure high code quality with SonarQube.
• Mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and drive technical excellence across the team.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.
  
  

Contributing Responsibilities

• Contribute to technical design discussions and architecture decisions, particularly around API design, data layer, and system integration
• Participate in code reviews and enforce clean code and quality gate standards
• Support knowledge transfer and capability building within the India Solutions team
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (frontend, QA, infrastructure) on integration and delivery
• Contribute to improving DevSecOps maturity and SDLC practices within the team
  
  

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

• Autonomy & Ownership: Ability to work autonomously and take end-to-end ownership of backend components
• Industry Expertise: Experience in large-scale regulated enterprise environments (banking/financial services preferred)
• Collaboration & Communication: Strong collaborative and communication skills to work in a global team
  
  

Specific Qualifications

Experience Level: 8+ years

• 5+ years with Java backend development at enterprise scale
• 5+ years with Spring Boot/Spring MVC in production environments
• Demonstrated good experience across the listed Technical skills.
• Familiarity with frontend integration using Angular/TypeScript/React
• Experience with legacy system refactoring to target architecture
• Active use of AI coding assistants in daily workflow
  
  

Domain Experience

• Capital Markets, Forex domain experience preferred
• Experience in GCC or offshore delivery models advantageous
• Exposure to high-volume, high-availability backend systems
  
  

Education Level: Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Location: Chennai

About BNP Paribas Group

BNP Paribas is the European Union's leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group's commercial & personal banking and several specialized businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability.

About BNP Paribas India Solutions

Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union's leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.