Software Engineer - Java

Software Engineer 2 – ICS API (Offshore) 

Role Summary 

The Software Engineer 2 (SE2) – ICS API is responsible for designing, developing, and supporting scalable, highly available credit card APIs within the ICS platform. This role works closely with onshore/offshore teams, product owners, and architecture groups to deliver secure, resilient, and high-performing API services aligned with enterprise standards. ( experience – 5 years minimum)  

Key Responsibilities 

API Development & Engineering 

• Design, develop, and maintain REST-based APIs and microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and related frameworks 

• Build highly available, scalable, and reliable services supporting credit card processing systems 

• Ensure code is production-ready, testable, and aligned with enterprise coding standards  

SDLC & DevOps Execution 

• Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) 

• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks 

• Support release activities including validation, deployment, and post-release monitoring 

 Collaboration (Onshore–Offshore Model) 

• Collaborate effectively with distributed teams across time zones 

• Communicate technical designs, issues, and solutions clearly with stakeholders (engineering, product, TPMs) 

• Contribute to shared ownership model across development and support functions  

 Code Quality & Engineering Practices 

• Conduct peer code reviews with clear documentation and testing validation 

• Follow secure coding practices and adhere to enterprise security policies 

• Apply appropriate data structures, algorithms, and performance optimization techniques  

Continuous Learning & Mentorship 

• Build deep understanding of product functionality, user flows, and business impact 

• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team technical growth 

• Stay current with emerging technologies and engineering practices 

Required Skills & Experience 

Technical Skills 

• Strong Java development experience (Spring Boot / Microservices architecture) 

• Experience with REST APIs, distributed systems, and service-to-service communication 

• Familiarity with Kafka, CI/CD tools (GitHub, Jenkins), and automated testing frameworks  

• Knowledge of API integration patterns (REST/SOAP, event-driven architecture)  

Engineering Fundamentals 

• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system performance 

• Experience debugging distributed systems and resolving cross-service issues 

• Solid understanding of SDLC and DevOps practices 

Collaboration & Communication 

• Ability to work effectively in offshore/onshore model 

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills 

• Clear communication across engineering and business stakeholders  

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in financial services / card processing domains 

• Exposure to cloud platforms and containerized environments 

• Experience with GraphQL, Cassandra, or event streaming platforms (Kafka)  

Behavioral Competencies 

• Ownership mindset (build + run responsibility) 

• High accountability in delivery commitments 

• Continuous improvement orientation (automation, reliability, efficiency) 

• Team collaboration and knowledge sharing