Lead Java Developer

Date: 6 Jan 2025

Location: Ubix, SG

Company: Network For Electronic Transfers (S)

BCS is NETS’ wholly owned subsidiary and is an entity within the NETS Group. It manages and operates clearing and payment infrastructure for the Singapore Automated Clearing House, including Fast And Secure Transfers (FAST), Inter-bank GIRO (IBG), Cheque Truncation System (CTS), and provides services for PayNow and SGQR Central Repository.

Position Summary

The Java developer will be part of the Platform Services application support team, reporting to the Developer Lead and Technical Manager. This role involves leading software development projects, with a primary focus on designing, creating, enhancing, and maintaining new and existing applications. The position requires expertise in AWS cloud services, Java applications, building robust solutions, and mentoring a team of Java developers.

The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic technologist with a passion for advancing their skills and career in the IT Payment industry. This role provides an opportunity to collaborate with an experienced team in developing payment systems while gaining a deep understanding of the supporting technologies and business processes.
 

Key Responsibilities
•    Lead the design, development, and deployment of end-to-end solutions utilising Java, and AWS technologies.
•    Support L2 team on production incident investigation and provide resolutions
•    Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring system stability and performance.
•    Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to gather and refine business requirements, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
•    Design and implement scalable and secure backend solutions using Java programming language.
•    Architect, implement, and maintain robust integrations between Java application and AWS services for seamless data flow and automation.
•    Conduct code reviews, perform unit testing and ensure code quality and standards compliance throughout the development lifecycle.
•    Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
•    Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and automate deployment processes.
•    Work with the business analysts, and support teams to document application specs pre/post system implementation.
•    Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, and proactively recommend innovative solutions to address business challenges.
 

Requirements

•    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
•    Minimum 5 years of experience in Java development, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role.
•    Strong proficiency in Java 17 or higher, and related frameworks (e.g. Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Spring Security) for backend development.
•    Strong knowledge in relational (SQL, MYSQL, ORACLE DB) & non-relational databases.
•    Must have knowledge of ISO standards.
•    Must be familiar data serialization formats like XML, JSON, and YAML.
•    Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
•    Experience in serverless or microservice based applications.
•    Good understanding of cryptography techniques.
•    Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
•    At least 2 years of experience in working on AWS products and services.
•    Good oral and written communication skills.
•    Team player and enjoys working in a fluid environment.
•    Self-motivated, self-starter and a fast learner.
•    AWS Cloud Certifications (Solutions Architect Associate and/or Developer Associate)
•    Knowledge in Solace/Gridgain is an advantage.
•    Experience in ServiceNow development is an added advantage.

Banking Computer Services (Singapore) Pte Ltd.