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Senior Software Engineer, Core Banking

Senior Software Engineer for Core Banking at Sygnum in Zurich, focusing on Java-based integrations between digital assets and the core banking platform on AWS.

Tasks

  • Developing new features and improvements by writing and reviewing high-quality, secure code with comprehensive test coverage
  • Continuous improvement of application quality and security, identification of existing technical debt, and planning for its resolution
  • Respond quickly and efficiently to production incidents, collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, and restore service continuity
  • Collaborate with platform engineers to improve CI/CD pipelines and optimize release processes
  • Collaborate with site reliability engineers and solution architects to optimize the availability, resilience, and observability of applications
  • Supporting and Guiding Young Software Engineers Through Coaching and Mentoring
  • Development of scalable backend services based on the tech stack: Java on AWS
  • Design and maintenance of API-based integrations (such as account balance inquiries, account transfers, payments, trading, and messaging) to meet evolving customer and business needs

Requirements

  • Expertise in Java (21+)
  • Expertise in Quarkus (or Spring)
  • Expertise in working with RDBMS (ideally Postgres)
  • Work experience with caching frameworks (ideally Redis)
  • Designing Flexible and Robust REST APIs Using an API-First Approach
  • Understanding of microservices and event-driven architecture, and the ability to implement complex functionalities with high quality and security
  • Practical experience with Docker and containers
  • Experience working with Kubernetes
  • Experience working with AWS is a plus
  • Experience working with TypeScript and a UI framework (React, Angular) is a plus
  • A collaborative and growth-oriented mindset
  • Commitment to quality and safety, and consideration of these aspects throughout the software development life cycle
  • The convenience of taking responsibility for the entire development lifecycle, from solution design to the operation of the application in production
  • Proactivity and Motivation Through New Opportunities and Challenges

We offer

  • An attractive combination of market-rate salaries and an entrepreneurial incentive system
  • Flexible Work and Work-from-Home Policies
  • Professional Development Through Mentoring and Buddy Programs
  • A one-month, fully paid sabbatical after five years of continuous employment
  • Partial Work-from-Home Arrangement

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