We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 60 offices in 20 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

As part of the SRE team, you’ll work on complex challenges at scale which are unique to us, while using candidate expertise in coding, algorithms, complexity analysis and large-scale system design. SRE's culture of diversity, intellectual curiosity, problem solving, and willingness is key to its success. Our organization brings together people with a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We encourage them to collaborate, think big and try new things in a blame-less environment. We promote self-direction to work on relevant projects, while we also strive to create an environment that provides the support and mentorship needed to learn and grow. We are looking for someone who is passionate about good design and excellent code; someone who can find solutions to hard technical and functional challenges and can work well within and across teams.

The Role

Requirements:

• Experience in REST API design and implementation. Micro-Services. Event Based Architecture, Stream processing/Queue - Solace, Kafka.
• Experience with Databases - Couchbase (Or a different Document DB/ NoSQL), PostgreSQL.
• Familiar with developer tools like Git, Jenkins, IntelliJ IDEA, Jira, Confluence.
• Have at least 5+ years of experience with Java backend (J2EE).
• 2+ years of experience in Reactive Programming (asynchronous programming paradigm) ideally with Vertx and RxJava.
• Proven understanding of cloud technologies (eg. docker, Kubernetes, jaeger, open tracing, Prometheus).
• Demonstrated experience in using modern software engineering tools : git workflows, gradle, load testing tools, mock frameworks.
• A BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or similar discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Working in an environment which includes modern web frameworks and complex transaction processing systems leveraging a broad set of technology stacks.
• Write clean code, perform peer code reviews and architecture reviews.
• Good communication skills - able to explain concepts to product managers and business partners in ways that are relevant to them.
• High levels of energy, engagement, and ownership. Positive attitude is always welcome.
• Curiosity to learn new technologies and code them into working prototypes
• Excellent in communication, ability to learn fast & adaptive.
• Attention to detail with strong thought leadership and analytical abilities

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• Laptop/equipment.
• 12 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & Paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture.
• Saving funds plan for Mexico.

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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