Senior Engineer - Java Developer

Why Join Guardian Life?

Guardian Life is a leading financial services company with a rich history of protecting and empowering millions of Americans through innovative insurance and investment solutions. As a trusted name in the industry, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our Chennai office is a hub of excellence, where cutting-edge technology meets purpose-driven work. Join us to build scalable systems that impact lives, work with passionate teams, and advance your career in a supportive environment. At Guardian Life, you'll enjoy professional development opportunities, a hybrid work model, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects in the insurance technology space.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Senior Engineer (Java Developer) with deep expertise in Spring Boot Microservices, strong Core Java fundamentals, and experience in building scalable, high-performance applications. As a key member of our engineering team in Chennai, India, you will design and develop robust backend systems that power Guardian Life's digital platforms. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with relational databases like MySQL and PostgreSQL, CI/CD pipelines, and testing frameworks. Knowledge of AWS cloud services and modern DevOps practices will be a strong advantage. This full-time role offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive technological innovation in the insurance sector.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring Boot and Microservices architecture to ensure high availability and scalability.
• Implement secure and efficient RESTful APIs with proper documentation, ensuring seamless integration between distributed services.
• Develop and optimize complex database schemas, queries, and stored procedures for MySQL and PostgreSQL to support data-intensive operations.
• Apply advanced design patterns (e.g., Singleton, Factory, Observer) and object-oriented principles to create robust, reusable, and maintainable codebases.
• Build, automate, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Git, Maven, and Gradle for rapid and reliable deployments.
• Write comprehensive unit tests, integration tests, and perform mocking using JUnit, Mockito, and other frameworks to achieve high code coverage.
• Collaborate closely with QA, DevOps, Product Management, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Lead code reviews, conduct performance tuning, and troubleshoot production issues to minimize downtime and optimize system performance.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and mentor junior developers on best practices.
• Participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, to drive iterative development.

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in Core Java (Collections, Multithreading, Exception Handling, Streams, Lambda expressions).
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and Microservices architecture.
• Solid understanding of RESTful services, API design, and integration patterns.
• Expertise in MySQL and PostgreSQL databases, including query optimization and indexing.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, Git, Maven/Gradle.
• Proficiency in unit testing frameworks like JUnit and Mockito.
• Good understanding of design patterns and software development principles (SOLID, DRY).
• Familiarity with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda) is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and logical thinking for complex technical challenges.
• Superior communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in Java development, with at least 2 years in Spring Boot Microservices.
• Proven track record of delivering production-ready applications in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the insurance or financial services domain is a plus.

Compensation Overview

Salary: Not Disclosed. Competitive based on experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and public holidays.
• Performance-based bonuses and annual incentives.
• Professional development programs, certifications, and training budgets.
• Hybrid work model with flexible hours.
• Employee wellness programs, gym memberships, and mental health support.
• Retirement savings plans with company matching.
• Opportunities for career growth and internal mobility at Guardian Life.

Location:

Chennai, India. Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.

Apply now to join Guardian Life and shape the future of insurance technology!