Java Backend Developer

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.

About Position:

We are looking for an experienced Java Backend Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, RESTful services, and microservices architecture. This role requires hands-on experience in building highly scalable, reliable, and high-performance backend systems while working closely with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.

• Role: Java Backend Developer
• Location: Bengaluru
• Experience: 4 to 8 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and support microservices-based solutions following modern architecture principles.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend integration services.
• Implement event-driven architectures and messaging solutions using Kafka.
• Design and optimize application components for scalability, reliability, and high availability.
• Work with relational databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle.
• Collaborate with architects, product teams, QA teams, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Participate in application architecture discussions and contribute to technical design decisions.
• Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and software engineering best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues, application defects, and production incidents.
• Develop and execute unit testing and support integration testing activities.
• Contribute to CI/CD processes and deployment automation initiatives.
• Maintain technical documentation, design artifacts, and implementation guidelines.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives, and backlog grooming sessions.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• 4-8 years of hands-on experience in Java Backend Development.
• Strong expertise in Core Java, Java EE technologies, and object-oriented programming concepts.
• Solid understanding of UML, Domain-Driven Design, and design patterns.
• Extensive experience developing microservices using Spring Boot.
• Strong hands-on experience in RESTful web services and API development.
• Experience implementing event-driven solutions using Kafka.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, distributed systems, and backend application design.
• Experience working with relational databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle.
• Familiarity with database design, query optimization, and performance tuning.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Experience using Git for source code management and version control.
• Knowledge of coding standards, code reviews, testing practices, and release management processes.
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes is highly desirable.
• Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Cassandra, or Oracle NoSQL is an added advantage.
• Understanding of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and distributed teams.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

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“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”