Application Lead

Job Description

Project Role : Application Lead Project Role Description : Lead the effort to design, build and configure applications, acting as the primary point of contact. Must have skills : Java Enterprise Edition Good to have skills : Kubernetes, AWS Administration Minimum 5 Year(s) Of Experience Is Required Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer with a hybrid skill set combining software development and testing expertise. The candidate must have a strong background in designing, developing, maintaining, and testing scalable SaaS solutions in a cloud environment. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving the technical direction of our projects and ensuring the highest quality of our software products. Key Responsibilities: Software Development: Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions using Java(Spring Boot) technologies. Software Testing: Create test scenarios and design, develop, and execute corresponding automated tests to ensure software functions per specifications. Cloud Infrastructure: Utilize AWS services to architect and manage scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure for SaaS applications. Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, ensuring best practices in software development and cloud architecture. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, QA, and DevOps, to deliver robust and reliable software solutions. Code Reviews: Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and maintainability. Continuous Improvement: Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies and actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications: Education: Master?s degree (preferred) or bachelor?s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Experience: Minimum of 8+ years of experience in software development and testing, with at least 3 years focusing on SaaS applications. Skills: Proficient in Java (Spring Boot), with strong experience in AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, CloudFormation) or equivalent Azure/GCP experience, Knowledge of RESTful API, OpenAPI design and development, and database technologies (SQL and NoSQL). Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines for automated, reliable software delivery. Familiarity with front-end technologies (e.g., Angular, React) is a plus. Familiarity with event driven architecture (e.g., Pulsar, SNS/SQS) and deployment Infrastructure as Code (eg. Helm and Argo CD) is a plus. Ability to develop and maintain test automation suites and frameworks. Ability to define test strategies and scenarios, leveraging industry-standard QA testing methodologies and capable of developing automated tests, leveraging API test automation REST (request library/component parameterization) and UI test automation using Selenium or similar tool. Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a track record of tackling complex technical challenges and delivering innovative solutions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Strong organizational, presentation, and facilitation skills, with experience mentoring and guiding less experienced developers. Commitment to code quality and best practices, including conducting code reviews and performing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for critical issues. Proactive in identifying and implementing opportunities for process improvement, enhancing efficiency and productivity. Results-oriented and customer-focused, with a deep understanding of business objectives and customer needs, and a commitment to delivering high-quality products. Agile mentality, staying abreast of emerging technologies and continuously learning and adapting to changing requirements and priorities. Our Core Values: Here are the Winning Way behaviors that all employees embrace every day: Own the Outcome: Commit to milestones and demonstrate unwavering support for team decisions. If you are unsure, ask Work with Purpose: Foster a We Can mindset where results outweigh effort, everyone understands how their roles contribute to team outcomes. Act with Urgency: Adopt an agile mentality with a focus on quick iterations and resilience. Communicate with Clarity: Be clear, concise, and actionable. Embrace constructive feedback. Drive to Decision: Make decisions swiftly with defined deadlines and accountability. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Knowledge of microservices architecture. Summary: As an Application Lead, you will lead the effort to design, build, and configure applications, acting as the primary point of contact. Your typical day will involve collaborating with various teams to ensure project milestones are met, facilitating discussions to address challenges, and guiding your team in implementing effective solutions. You will also engage in strategic planning sessions to align project goals with organizational objectives, ensuring that the applications developed meet both user needs and technical requirements. Your role will be pivotal in fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and efficiency in application development. Roles & Responsibilities: - Expected to be an SME. - Collaborate and manage the team to perform. - Responsible for team decisions. - Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions. - Provide solutions to problems for their immediate team and across multiple teams. - Mentor junior team members to enhance their skills and knowledge. - Facilitate regular team meetings to discuss progress and address any roadblocks. Professional & Technical Skills: - Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Java Enterprise Edition. - Good To Have Skills: Experience with Kubernetes, AWS Administration. - Strong understanding of application architecture and design patterns. - Experience with RESTful services and microservices architecture. - Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools. Additional Information: - The candidate should have minimum 5 years of experience in Java Enterprise Edition. - This position is based at our Hyderabad office. - A 15 years full time education is required. Summary: Seeking a forward-thinking professional with an AI-first mindset to design, develop, and deploy enterprise-grade solutions using Generative and Agentic AI frameworks that drive innovation, efficiency, and business transformation. Roles & Responsibilities: Lead AI-driven solution design and delivery by applying GenAI and Agentic AI to address complex business challenges, automate processes, and integrate intelligent insights into enterprise workflows for measurable impact. Professional & Technical Skills: Strong grasp of Generative and Agentic AI, prompt engineering, and AI evaluation frameworks. Ability to align AI capabilities with business objectives while ensuring scalability, responsible use, and tangible value realization.