AVP, Java Development

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Senior Software Engineer (Java) to join our technology team. This position requires a professional with strong expertise in Java development, microservices architecture, performance optimization, and modern AI-assisted development practices. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise-level applications while leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity and code quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust Java applications using core Java technologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology strategy discussions
• Use AI tools to accelerate solution design and technical documentation
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members
• Participate in agile development processes and sprint planning
• Implement DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines (ADO – MS Azure)
• Integrate AI-assisted tools into development workflows while maintaining security and compliance
• Document technical designs, processes, and system architecture
• Architect and implement microservices-based solutions following industry best practices
• Develop and optimize workflow automation using Camunda BPM platform
• Design and implement efficient database solutions using SQL and performance tuning techniques
• Conduct performance analysis, tuning, and optimization of applications and systems
• Leverage AI tools like Claude for code generation, optimization, and problem-solving
• Utilize AI-assisted development for code reviews, documentation, and technical analysis
• Ensure code quality through code reviews, testing, and adherence to coding standards

Skills and Experience

Must-have Skills

• Java 17
• Spring Boot
• Spring Cloud
• containerization platform
• SQL
• Azure / AWS
• Microservices

Other Skills

• REST API Qualifications Key Experiences

Core Java

• 8+ years of hands-on experience with Java 8/11/17+, including collections, concurrency, and JVM tuning

Microservices Architecture

• Proven experience in designing and implementing microservices using Spring Boot, Spring Cloud

Camunda BPM

• Strong experience in workflow automation, BPMN modeling, and process orchestration

SQL & Database

• Advanced SQL skills, database design, query optimization, and performance tuning

Performance Tuning

• Expertise in application performance monitoring, profiling, and optimization techniques

AI-Assisted Development

• Experience using AI tools like Claude, GitHub Copilot, or similar for code generation, debugging, and optimization

RESTful APIs

• Design and development of REST APIs and web services

Spring Framework

• Spring Core, Spring MVC, Spring Security, Spring Data

Message Queuing

• Experience with Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar technologies

Testing

• Unit testing (JUnit, Mockito), integration testing, and test automation

DevOps Tools

• Maven/Gradle, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes

Version Control

• Git, branching strategies, and code review processes

AI Integration

• Understanding of how to effectively integrate AI tools into development workflows Certifications / Qualifications (only where mandatory) :
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
• Relevant certifications in Java, Spring, or cloud technologies (preferred)
• Knowledge of AI/ML fundamentals and their application in software engineering (preferred)

About Standard Chartered We're a global bank connecting clients to our differentiated network, offering growth opportunities in the world's most dynamic markets. Our strategy, which combines cross-border capabilities and leading wealth management expertise, helps us deliver our purpose - to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity. Over our 170-year history, and across a unique geographical footprint connecting Asia, Africa and the Middle East to each other and the world, we've built a bank like no other, with diverse capabilities and partnerships that set us apart.

What We Offer

Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation , one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions, and geographies. In line with our Fair Pay Charter , we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing. Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance , with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.

Time-off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum. Flexible working options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns. Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global employee assistance programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and self-help toolkits.

A continuous learning culture to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual, and digital learning. Visit our careers website to learn more about us: www.sc.com/careers.