Senior Consultant - IT

Job Description:We are seeking an experienced Full Stack Java Developer with a strong background in both front-end and back-end technologies. 
The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in software development and proven leadership skills to mentor and guide junior developers.Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities -

1. Full Stack Development:
   - Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using Java, Spring, Hibernate, and related technologies.
   - Implement responsive front-end designs using frameworks like Reacte.js, ThymeLeaf
   - Ensure high performance and responsiveness of applications.

2. Leadership and Mentorship:
   - Lead a team of junior developers, providing guidance and support in coding practices and project execution.
   - Conduct code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards.
   - Foster a collaborative team environment, encouraging professional growth and knowledge sharing.

3. Architecture and Design:
   - Participate in system architecture discussions and contribute to design decisions.
   - Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to improve development efficiency.

4. Collaboration:
   - Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical insights.
   - Facilitate communication between team members and other departments.

5. Testing and Quality Assurance:
   - Implement unit and integration testing to ensure application quality.
   - Troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise, providing timely solutions.

6. Continuous Improvement:
   - Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
   - Propose improvements to existing applications and development processes.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in full stack development with a strong focus on Java technologies.
- Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams.
- Proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript frameworks) and back-end technologies (Java, Spring, RESTful services).
- Strong understanding of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.) is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.

*Preferred Skills:*
- Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Insurance domain knowledge

Location:

This position can be based in any of the following locations:

Gurgaon

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