Job Title
Senior Java Full Stack Developer with Angular/Kendo UI – IT Payment Services (ITG)
Department
IT & Payments – ITG (IT Payment Services)
Business line / Function description
The IT Payment Services line is the global hub for payments and cash‑management solutions across the BNP Paribas Group. It delivers high‑throughput, highly secure applications that process billions of transactions each year. The team works in an Agile, DevOps‑centric environment and collaborates closely with product owners, compliance, and operations to keep the platform reliable, compliant, and innovative.
Position purpose
The Senior Java Developer will lead the design, development, and optimization of end‑to‑end solutions. The role combines hands‑on coding with architectural guidance, performance tuning, and mentorship of junior staff, ensuring that the product meets stringent security, scalability, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Core responsibilities
· Lead the analysis of functional specifications and translate them into robust technical designs, defining APIs, data models, and security controls.
· Own the Angular 17/Kendo UI front‑end integration, establishing best‑practice component structures, state management (RxJS), and reusable UI libraries.
· Define and enforce testing strategies: unit (JUnit 5), integration (Test containers), contract (Spring Cloud Contract), and front‑end (Jest). Support BDD/TDD practices across the team.
· Drive CI/CD pipeline improvements using GitLab‑CI, Docker, and ArgoCD, ensuring automated builds, security scans, and seamless deployments to Kubernetes.
· Conduct performance profiling and tuning (JVM, database, HTTP) to meet latency and throughput targets.
· Lead code reviews, set coding standards, and mentor junior developers on design principles, testing, and DevOps practices.
· Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and QA to prioritize backlog items, clarify requirements, and resolve blockers quickly.
· Act as the technical point of contact for production incidents, performing root‑cause analysis, and implementing preventive measures.
· Produce and maintain technical documentation (architecture diagrams, API contracts, runbooks) in Confluence and update project tracking in JIRA.
Contributing responsibilities
· Foster a collaborative team culture – share knowledge, encourage peer learning, and champion continuous improvement.
· Provide clear, concise status updates during sprint ceremonies and senior management.
· Champion the adoption of emerging technologies (e.g., Spring WebFlux, reactive streams) that align with business objectives.
· Ensure delivery timelines are met while maintaining high quality and compliance standards.
· Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and skill‑development initiatives for the development team.
Technical competencies
Required
· Angular 19 and above
· Java 17 and above
· Spring Boot 3 (including Actuator, Cloud components)
· Spring Security 6 (OAuth2, JWT, LDAP)
· Apache POI for Excel generation
· Oracle or PostgreSQL (advanced SQL, PL/SQL, performance tuning)
· JUnit 5, Test containers, Jest
· JIRA, Confluence, GitLab‑CI, Docker, ArgoCD
· Agile (Scrum/Kanban) and DevOps mindset
· BDD/TDD with Cucumber
· Kubernetes (deployment, monitoring)
Behavioral competencies
· Leadership – inspire the team, drive technical decisions, and manage conflict constructively.
· Communication – translate complex technical concepts for both technical and non‑technical stakeholders; document decisions clearly.
· Analytical thinking – dissect performance problems, security risks, and business requirements to craft elegant solutions.
· Adaptability – thrive in a fast‑changing financial‑services environment and pivot priorities when needed.
· Customer orientation – keep the end‑user experience and regulatory compliance at the forefront of all work.
Specific qualifications
· Proven track record of designing, delivering, and operating large‑scale, mission‑critical applications in a regulated industry (banking, payments, fintech).
· Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
· Demonstrated expertise in performance optimisation, security hardening, and micro‑service architecture.
· Strong English communication skills (written and spoken).
Skills Referential (Required knowledge, skills and abilities)
Technical Skills:
· Spring WebFlux (WebClient, Mono, Flux)
· Kendo UI (Angular equivalent to Material UI)
· Kafka or other event‑streaming platforms
· SonarQube, OWASP dependency‑check
Behavioral Skills:
· Communication
· Analytical Ability
· Team Player
Education Level:
· 5–8 years of professional software development experience with Java and modern front‑end frameworks (Angular or equivalent).
Location
[Chennai, India] – Hybrid model (on‑site 2–3 days per week, remote the rest).
Other relevant information
· Work in a Scrum environment with two‑week sprints; backlog managed in JIRA.
· Testing methodology emphasizes TDD/BDD; test cases are automated and integrated into the CI pipeline.
· Security standards follow OWASP Top 10, PCI‑DSS, and internal compliance frameworks.
· The team utilizes Docker‑based development, GitLab‑CI pipelines, and ArgoCD for continuous delivery to Kubernetes clusters..
· Regular knowledge‑sharing sessions (tech talks, brown‑bag lunches) and participation in internal hackathons are encouraged.
About BNP Paribas Group:
BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialized businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability.
About BNP Paribas India Solutions:
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.
