Java Full stack Developer and Testing Engineer

Java Full stack Developer and Testing Engineer Location: Pune Maharashtra India We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Java Fullstack Developer with a strong background in automation testing to join our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and high-performance applications from front to back, while also ensuring the quality and reliability of our software through comprehensive automated testing strategies. This role requires a blend of development expertise, a passion for quality, and the ability to work across the full software development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Fullstack Development Design, develop, and implement complex enterprise-level applications using Java and related frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Hibernate) for backend services. Develop responsive and intuitive user interfaces using modern frontend technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript). Collaborate with product owners, UI/UX designers, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards. Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, share knowledge, and promote best practices within the team. Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability. Automation Testing Lead the design and implementation of automated testing frameworks and strategies for both frontend and backend components. Develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts (unit, integration, API, UI, performance, security) using relevant tools and frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito, Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, REST Assured, JMeter). Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and rapid feedback. Identify, document, and track software defects and work closely with developers to ensure timely resolution. Proactively identify areas for improvement in existing testing processes and tools. Mentor junior team members on automation testing best practices. General Contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and support. Troubleshoot and debug production issues, providing timely resolution and root cause analysis. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, and apply them to enhance our products and processes. Participate in agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, demos). Qualifications Required Skills Strong proficiency in Java and object-oriented programming. Extensive experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, Spring Data JPA). Solid understanding of RESTful API design and development. Proficiency in at least one modern frontend framework (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and related technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript). Proven experience in designing and implementing automated testing solutions (unit, integration, end-to-end, performance). Familiarity with testing frameworks such as JUnit, Mockito, Selenium/Cypress/Playwright, REST Assured. Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) and ORM technologies (e.g., Hibernate, JPA). Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git). Familiarity with CI/CD tools and concepts (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps). Understanding of microservices architecture and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Education and Experience Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of professional experience in Java fullstack development. 1+ years of experience specifically focused on automation testing. Desired Attributes Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative, and agile environment. Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Strong desire to learn and adapt to new technologies. Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Familiarity with messaging queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ). ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Technology ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Digital Software Engineering ------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------ Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above. ------------------------------------------------------ Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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