Java Backend Developer

About SG Analytics:

SG Analytics (SGA), a Straive company, is a leading global data and AI consulting firm delivering solutions across AI, Data, Technology, and Research. With deep expertise in BFSI, Capital Markets, TMT (Technology, Media & Telecom), and other emerging industries, SGA empowers clients with Ins(AI)ghts for Business Success through data-driven transformation. A Great Place to Work® certified company, SGA has a team of over 1,600 professionals across the U.S.A, U.K, Switzerland, Poland, and India. Recognized by Gartner, Everest Group, ISG, and featured in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 India 2024 and Financial Times & Statista APAC 2025 High Growth Companies, SGA delivers lasting impact at the intersection of data and innovation.

General description We are seeking a highly skilled Java Developer to join our dynamic team at a leading financial institution in Singapore. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in core Java development, with expertise in Spring/Spring Boot. You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing our financial platforms and applications, ensuring high performance, security, and scalability.

Key features and accountabilities Design and Development Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement high-quality software solutions for our financial products and services.

Backend Development Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot. Optimize server-side performance and ensure data integrity and security.

System Integration Work on integrating various financial systems and third-party services, ensuring smooth data flow and interoperability.

Code Quality and Best Practices Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to industry best practices, including code reviews, testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).

Troubleshooting and Support Diagnose and resolve technical issues across the stack, providing support for both development and production environments.

Collaboration Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications and deliverables.

Change Management Actively participate and support Program Increment (PI) planning process within GPS. Support change management and release rollout planning. Provide dedicated post implementation support locally in Asia.

Regulatory Responsibilities and Risk Management Demonstration of appropriate values and behaviours including but not limited to standards on honesty and integrity, due care and diligence, fair dealing (treating customers fairly), management of conflicts of interest, competence and continuous development, adequate risk management, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Skills requirements:

Personal and Social Able to work independently and in a global team setup to take on initiatives with a positive attitude. Have a passion for developing high quality software. Client-centric approach for all deliverables. Solution oriented and able to work in an agile setup. Able to quickly troubleshoot problems and provide effective solutions. Fast learner and able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines. Good communication/coordination skills to deal with different levels of stakeholders. Strong analytical skills, able to structure and document requirements and solution options. Highly motivated with integrative personality. Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills. Very good English and communication skills.

Professional and Technical Profound hands-on Java (version 21 or later) programming skills. Good knowledge of core Java & related utilities/libraries, particularly collections, JSON, JDBC, Maven. Good knowledge of Spring Framework including Spring Boot, JDBC templates and JPA, Messaging and JMS. Relational database modelling Good understanding of Unix Operating system Experience in Hazelcast and Elasticsearch Good code review skills, and pride in code quality. Team player. Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects. Ability to work in an agile environment. Willing to work in a global team that has members in Singapore and Switzerland.

This role is based at client location - Mumbai, only considering candidates who are based out of Mumbai.