Senior Java Developer

About Position:

We are looking for a skilled Senior Java Developer with strong expertise in Java backend technologies and application security. The ideal candidate will be responsible for modernizing enterprise Java applications, managing third-party dependencies, remediating security vulnerabilities, improving code quality, and ensuring compatibility with modern technology stacks including Java 21, Spring 6, and Hibernate 6. This role requires hands-on experience in Java development, REST API design, security remediation, dependency management, code quality improvements, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing applications.

• Role: Senior Java Developer
• Location: All Persistent Locations
• Experience: 4 to 6 Years
• Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Create and maintain an inventory of third-party dependencies, versions, vulnerabilities, incompatibilities, and obsolete components.
• Upgrade third-party libraries and frameworks including JSF/PrimeFaces, JSTL, JAXB, validation libraries, and migrate from Swagger to SpringDoc.
• Analyze and remediate critical and high-priority Snyk findings, including vulnerable direct and transitive dependencies.
• Analyze and remediate SonarQube findings including security vulnerabilities, bugs, code smells, maintainability issues, and technical debt.
• Assess breaking changes and dependency conflicts while recommending safe and sustainable upgrade approaches.
• Implement code and configuration changes required for migration to Java 21, Spring Framework 6, Hibernate 6, and Jakarta EE.
• Design, develop, and maintain secure RESTful APIs and backend application services.
• Support application modernization and framework upgrade initiatives.
• Collaborate with developers, QA teams, DBAs, DevOps engineers, architects, and security teams.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements and ensure Snyk and Sonar checks are consistently integrated into the development lifecycle.
• Maintain traceability between vulnerabilities, fixes, dependency upgrades, accepted risks, and validation results.
• Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to secure coding standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot application issues and provide technical support during implementation and release cycles.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support performance optimization, application stability, and security enhancement efforts.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• 4 to 6 years of experience in enterprise software development and backend application development.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java development and modern Java frameworks.
• Experience working with Java 21 and migration initiatives.
• Strong expertise in Spring Framework 6 and Spring Boot.
• Hands-on experience with Hibernate 6 and JPA-based applications.
• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), design patterns, and software engineering principles.
• Experience with relational databases and SQL query development.
• Strong knowledge of Maven or Gradle dependency management.
• Experience managing third-party library upgrades and dependency conflict resolution.
• Hands-on experience with Git and source code management practices.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated quality validation processes.
• Strong understanding of software testing, unit testing, and code review practices.
• Expertise in identifying and resolving security vulnerabilities.
• Experience working with security and code quality tools such as Snyk, SonarQube.
• Ability to analyze CVEs, security risks, severity levels, and remediation recommendations.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and application security principles.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

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