Senior Software Engineer

Job description

Who are we? At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries. Role Overview You will design and build core infrastructure components and microservice foundations used across multiple products. The role combines hands‑on Java engineering with deep knowledge of distributed systems, containerized environments, and platform‑level services. What You’ll Work On Design and implement microservices running on Kubernetes , focusing on performance, reliability, and resilience. Build and maintain infrastructure layers such as service chassis/skeleton frameworks, security/encryption modules, authentication & authorization flows, and shared service libraries. Develop and enhance infrastructure microservices (e.g., API Gateway, Rules Engine, Auditing, Messaging adapters, distributed caching layers). Participate in architecture discussions and translate technical requirements into clean, scalable designs (including HLD/LLD documentation when needed). Write clean, testable Java code with solid JUnit coverage; debug and resolve production issues efficiently. Work closely with engineers across teams to ensure consistent implementation of platform patterns and standards. Contribute to CI/CD, DevOps pipelines, observability, and runtime diagnostics. Tech Stack You’ll Use Java, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud Kubernetes , Docker Oracle DB , Kafka , distributed caching technologies Messaging platforms ( MQ , Kafka, or similar) Security frameworks, encryption libraries, API gateway technologies Logging, tracing, and monitoring tooling (Prometheus, ELK, OpenTelemetry, etc.) What You Bring 4+ years building backend systems in Java, preferably distributed or microservice‑based architectures. Strong experience developing microservices using Spring Boot , Spring Cloud , and running them in Kubernetes environments. Hands‑on knowledge of Azure , containerization, and deployment best practices. Solid understanding of distributed systems, messaging patterns, caching, and event‑driven architecture. Ability to design and implement infrastructure components—not just business logic. Familiarity with performance engineering, observability tools, and debugging in distributed environments. Intermediate experience with DevOps workflows and automation. Strong problem‑solving skills, ownership mindset, and willingness to dive deep into system internals. Why This Role Is Interesting You’ll build platform components that multiple teams depend on—not just features. You’ll shape the engineering stack, patterns, and infrastructure foundations. You’ll work with modern distributed systems at scale (microservices, Kubernetes, Kafka). You’ll influence architecture, not just implement tickets. We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for: Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave. Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work. Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.* Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you. Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute. Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool. Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working. *Specific benefits may vary by location. At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves. Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.