Java Developer with Python and React Experience
We are
At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.
Our challenge
We are seeking a skilled Java Developer with experience in Python and React to design, develop, test, and maintain scalable web applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Java-based backend development, hands-on experience building applications with Python, and proficiency in developing responsive user interfaces using React. Candidate will collaborate with product managers, software engineers, QA professionals, and DevOps teams to deliver secure, high-quality, and maintainable software solutions.
Additional Information*
The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $90k - $95k/year & benefits (see below).
The Role
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise-grade applications using Java and Spring Boot.
- Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices.
- Develop front-end applications and reusable UI components using React.js.
- Use Python to develop automation scripts, backend services, data-processing tools, or integrations.
- Translate business and technical requirements into scalable software solutions.
- Design and optimize databases, queries, and data models.
- Integrate applications with third-party services and internal systems.
- Write clean, efficient, reusable, and well-documented code.
- Perform unit, integration, and performance testing.
- Troubleshoot application issues and provide timely resolutions.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile/Scrum environment.
- Support CI/CD pipelines, deployments, monitoring, and production releases.
- Maintain technical documentation and contribute to system architecture decisions.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 3+ years of professional software development experience.
- Strong proficiency in:
- Java
- Spring Framework/Spring Boot
- RESTful web services
- React.js
- JavaScript or TypeScript
- HTML5 and CSS3
- Experience with Python for application development, scripting, automation, or data processing.
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and software development principles.
- Experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle.
- Familiarity with Git and modern development workflows.
- Experience writing unit tests and following test-driven or automated testing practices.
- Knowledge of Agile software development methodologies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Strong ownership and accountability.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Effective written and verbal communication.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
- Strong understanding of secure and scalable application development.
Preferred, but not required:
- Experience designing and developing microservices.
- Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, or containerized application deployment.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
- Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Redis, or DynamoDB.
- Knowledge of messaging systems such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
- Familiarity with authentication and authorization standards, including OAuth2 and JWT.
- Experience with application monitoring and logging tools.
- Understanding of software security, performance optimization, and scalability.
- Experience working with Agile tools such as Jira and Confluence.
We offer:
- A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
- A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
- 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
- Maternity & paternity leave plans.
- A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
- Retirement savings plans.
- A higher education certification policy.
- Commuter benefits (varies by region).
- Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
- On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
- Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
- Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
- A flat and approachable organization.
- A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.
S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture - promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.
All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.