Technical Developer – Java/Python/Node.js, Cloud Technologies & Agile SDLC
Description
Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a Technical Developer with 4–7 years of experience to design, develop, test, deploy, and support technology solutions. The role will work with cross-functional teams to understand technology requirements, prepare technical specifications, develop software, and contribute to code quality and maintainability.
The position supports business objectives by delivering reliable software solutions, applying Agile and SDLC practices, resolving technical issues, and evaluating opportunities to use mobile, cloud, IoT, and blockchain technologies.
Software Requirements
Required
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Strong technical understanding of at least one of the following technology platforms: mobile, cloud, IoT, or blockchain.
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Knowledge of the software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
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Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Java, Python, or Node.js.
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Experience with Agile and Scrum development practices.
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Experience using Git, JIRA, and Confluence in software development projects.
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Ability to write, test, deploy, and support software solutions.
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Experience preparing technical specifications and detailed documentation for new features and enhancements.
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Experience participating in code reviews and providing feedback to improve code quality and maintainability.
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Experience collaborating with testing teams to validate software solutions against quality standards.
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Ability to provide technical support to team members and contribute to the resolution of technical issues.
Preferred
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Experience working with more than one of the following technology areas: mobile, cloud, IoT, or blockchain.
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Experience with current, project-supported versions of Java, Python, or Node.js.
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Familiarity with automated testing, continuous integration, continuous delivery, and deployment practices.
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Experience working with technology trends and assessing their applicability to existing solutions.
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Familiarity with application programming interfaces, integrations, distributed systems, or cloud-native solutions.
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Experience supporting software solutions with performance, scalability, security, or sustainability requirements.
Overall Responsibilities
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Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand technology requirements and design solutions that meet business needs.
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Develop technical specifications, design details, and comprehensive documentation for new features and enhancements.
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Write, test, deploy, and maintain software solutions in accordance with approved requirements and development practices.
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Stay current with the latest technology trends and advancements and suggest ways to incorporate relevant technologies into existing solutions.
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Conduct code reviews to support code quality, maintainability, consistency, and alignment with documented requirements.
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Participate in the resolution of technical issues and provide technical support to team members.
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Collaborate with the testing team to ensure software solutions are thoroughly tested and meet defined quality standards.
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Contribute to delivery outcomes by completing assigned work within agreed timelines, resolving defects, maintaining documentation, and supporting reliable releases.
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Identify opportunities to improve development processes, solution performance, operational efficiency, and responsible use of technology resources.
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Communicate technical progress, risks, dependencies, and decisions clearly to relevant stakeholders.
Technical Skills (By Category)
Programming Languages
Essential
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Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Java, Python, or Node.js.
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Ability to write maintainable, testable, and deployable code.
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Ability to review code and provide constructive feedback during code review activities.
Preferred
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Working knowledge of two or more programming languages.
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Experience using Java, Python, or Node.js for application development, automation, integrations, or technical support.
Databases/Data Management
Essential
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Understanding of data requirements, data flows, and data handling within software solutions.
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Ability to work with development and testing teams to validate data-related functionality.
Preferred
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Familiarity with relational or non-relational databases.
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Knowledge of SQL, data structures, data validation, indexing, and database performance considerations.
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Experience supporting applications that process structured or unstructured data.
Cloud Technologies
Essential
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Strong understanding of cloud technology platforms.
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Knowledge of cloud-based application environments, services, infrastructure, and deployment considerations.
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Ability to understand cloud requirements and collaborate with technical teams on cloud-based solutions.
Preferred
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Experience developing, deploying, or supporting applications in cloud environments.
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Familiarity with cloud scalability, availability, security, monitoring, and cost considerations.
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Experience with cloud-native development or managed cloud services.
Frameworks and Libraries
Essential
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Ability to work with frameworks and libraries relevant to the selected programming language and technology platform.
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Understanding of how frameworks and libraries support application functionality, maintainability, testing, and integration.
Preferred
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Experience with frameworks and libraries used in Java, Python, Node.js, mobile, cloud, IoT, or blockchain solutions.
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Familiarity with API-based, service-oriented, or event-driven application designs.
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Experience using frameworks that support automated testing, integration, or deployment.
Development Tools and Methodologies
Essential
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Knowledge of the software development life cycle (SDLC).
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Knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
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Experience using Git, JIRA, and Confluence.
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Experience participating in daily stand-ups, project planning sessions, code reviews, testing, deployment, and technical issue resolution.
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Ability to prepare and maintain technical specifications, development documentation, issue records, and delivery updates.
Preferred
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Experience with continuous integration, continuous delivery, automated testing, and release management.
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Familiarity with Agile practices such as backlog refinement, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
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Experience with deployment automation, version control workflows, and development quality controls.
Security Protocols
Essential
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Awareness of secure software development, access control, data protection, and application security requirements.
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Ability to identify and communicate security-related considerations during design, development, testing, and deployment.
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Understanding of the importance of protecting application code, credentials, interfaces, and data.
Preferred
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Familiarity with authentication, authorization, encryption, secrets management, secure APIs, and vulnerability remediation.
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Experience incorporating security checks into development and deployment processes.
Experience Requirements
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4–7 years of professional experience in software development or a related technical development role.
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Experience developing software solutions with a focus on mobile, cloud, IoT, blockchain, or other relevant technology platforms.
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Experience with software development methodologies and tools such as Agile, Scrum, Git, JIRA, and Confluence.
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Experience writing, testing, deploying, and supporting software solutions.
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Experience working with cross-functional teams and participating in code reviews.
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Experience preparing technical specifications and detailed documentation for new features and enhancements.
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Experience supporting technical issue resolution and collaborating with testing teams to meet software quality standards.
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Experience in financial services, technology, consulting, or other comp