Associate back end software engineer

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Position Responsibilities:

• Requirement Analysis: Analyze and interpret user requirements to define technical specifications.
• Independent Module Design: Design and implement modules independently based on business needs.
• Technical Communication: Effectively communicate technical challenges, solutions, and trade-offs to non-technical stakeholders.
• Code Quality & Security: Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code adhering to industry’s best practices. Implement secure coding standards to protect sensitive data.
• Agile Collaboration: Collaborate in Agile/Scrum environments to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality software.
• Performance Optimization: Continuously optimize application speed, scalability, and security through iterative improvements.
• Team Collaboration: Coach teammates, participate in code reviews, and share knowledge to foster a collaborative culture.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong Java foundation: Proficiency in core Java concepts (e.g., IO, multithreading, collections, generics, and JVM internals). Deep understanding of object-oriented analysis and design principles (e.g., SOLID, design patterns).
• Microservices & API Development: Hands-on experience with Java-based microservices development and deployment, including RESTful API design, Spring Boot, and Spring Cloud frameworks.
• Distributed Systems & Messaging: Experience with distributed system architecture, including message brokers like RabbitMQ, Kafka, or Redis, and configuration of Spring Cloud components.
• Database Technologies: Familiarity with relational (MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases, including schema design and query optimization.
• Development Practices: Proficiency in Agile/DevOps principles, domain-driven development (DDD), and CI/CD pipelines to accelerate feature delivery.
• SDLC Understanding: Familiarity with the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and how technology supports business strategies.
• Technology Trends: Stay updated with advancements in your technical domain and participate in demos to showcase new tools or frameworks.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to work in small teams, follow team protocols, and contribute to shared goals.
• Scripting & Tools: Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and tools for automation or deployment.
• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset to thrive in a dynamic team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good English communication

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact hr@manulife.com.

Working Arrangement

Hybrid