Application Engineer III - Java Developer
Location: Hyderabad, TG, IN
Role Title: Application Engineer III-Java Developer
Are you an experienced Java developer looking to take your career to the next level? Join our innovative cloud solutions team where your extensive technical expertise will shape the future of insurance technology! We're seeking a seasoned Application Engineer who can drive software excellence, architect sophisticated solutions, and provide technical leadership while mentoring others in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
About the Role
As an Application Engineer III-Java Developer, you'll be at the forefront of technical innovation and leadership, architecting robust enterprise-scale solutions while elevating the skills of your fellow engineers through mentorship, guidance, and collaboration. Your extensive experience with Java and Spring Boot will be instrumental in driving our technology initiatives forward.
Key Responsibilities
Design and architect sophisticated back-end software solutions deployed on-premises or in cloud environments at enterprise scale
Lead development of complex Java applications using Spring Boot frameworks and related technologies
Optimize and enhance the performance, scalability, and security of our applications to ensure maximum reliability
Drive technical decisions and participate in design workshops with architects and review sessions with software engineers
Prototype and evaluate new technologies with a fail-fast approach to innovation
Establish and enforce software engineering best practices across development teams
Support engineering managers in estimating, planning, and grooming the product backlog
Provide technical leadership by coaching and mentoring fellow software engineers in their daily work
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the application stack
About the Team
At L&H Solutions, we build and commercialize cloud-native (Azure-based) SaaS/PaaS solutions for Swiss Re Life & Health insurance clients. We offer a portfolio of over six products, including established offerings like Magnum with over 60 active clients worldwide, and innovative products such as UW Ease. We function as a software house within Swiss Re, bringing together more than 150 technical professionals with multidisciplinary skills across multiple countries to deliver multi-regional, highly available solutions that transform the insurance industry.
About You
You're a technical expert with extensive experience who thrives in collaborative environments and excels at solving complex problems. You combine deep technical knowledge with leadership abilities, confidently guiding development teams while continuously advancing your own skills. You have a proven track record of delivering enterprise-scale applications and are passionate about software craftsmanship. We understand that nobody meets 100% of requirements, so if you're passionate about software development and cloud technology with the experience to match, we'd love to connect.
We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:
Overall 10+ years experience in back-end software design and development
8+ years experience with Java and Spring Boot frameworks
Strong technical proficiency in designing and implementing secure, clean code in Java while upholding engineering best practices
Extensive experience designing and implementing optimized RESTful APIs
Proven experience with containerization using Docker and/or Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Advanced knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, particularly using Azure DevOps
Expert-level knowledge of agile software engineering practices
Demonstrated experience in technical leadership, including architecture decisions, code reviews, and mentoring team members
Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
These are additional nice to haves:
Experience with Angular and JavaScript
Ability to partner closely with enterprise and solution architects on high-level/low-level design
Expertise in software testing methodologies to ensure reliability and performance
Experience with cloud-native application development on Azure
Knowledge of microservices architecture and domain-driven design
Experience with performance tuning and optimization of Java applications
Proactive and collaborative mindset with a strong sense of ownership
Willingness to go the extra mile to deliver quality solutions
Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week
About Swiss Re
Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and soluti