NCS is a leading AI Tech Services company. With a 15,000-strong team across the Asia Pacific, NCS scales its platforms and capabilities to provide clients with greater agility and AI expertise across a range of Industries. Embracing a strong ecosystem of global partners, NCS transforms technology services delivery combining AI with digital resilience to drive real business impact. NCS is a subsidiary of the Singtel Group.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Software Engineer with expertise in Java Core to join our engineering team in Singapore. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain robust Java applications while adhering to best practices in software architecture and code quality. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, scalable solutions that meet our business objectives.

What will you do?

Develop, test, and maintain high-quality Java applications using core Java technologies and frameworks
Design and implement efficient algorithms and data structures to solve complex technical problems
Write clean, well-documented code following established coding standards and design patterns
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members to ensure code quality and consistency
Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications
Troubleshoot and debug production issues, analyzing root causes and implementing effective solutions
Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to system design decisions
Optimize application performance through profiling, analysis, and implementation of performance improvements
Maintain comprehensive documentation of code, systems, and processes for knowledge sharing
Stay current with industry best practices and emerging Java technologies

The ideal candidate should possess:

3+ years of professional experience in Java development with strong core Java expertise
Advanced proficiency in object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns
Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and computational complexity
Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows
Proficiency in unit testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito) and test-driven development practices
Knowledge of SQL and relational database design
Experience developing RESTful APIs and understanding of HTTP protocols
Familiarity with build tools such as Maven or Gradle
Strong problem-solving skills and analytical mindset
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Experience with Spring Framework and Spring Boot
Knowledge of microservices architecture and distributed systems
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
Understanding of multithreading, concurrency, and asynchronous programming
Exposure to Agile/Scrum development methodologies
Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of message queues and event-driven architecture

Software Engineer (Java)

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