Who are we?

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

What will you contribute?

Reporting to the Senior Manager, the Associate Software Engineer designs, develops, analyzes, and maintains high-quality software product applications.  This position is located in Pune.

TP1 – SW Engineer Job Description

Role Overview

As an Associate Software Engineer, you will be part of a team building core infrastructure components and microservice foundations used across multiple products. This is an entry-level role focused on learning, hands-on development, and gradually building expertise in Java, distributed systems, and cloud-native platforms.

A key part of the role is using Generative AI as a productivity tool in your daily work, while gaining exposure to how AI-enabled capabilities are built into the platform.

What You’ll Work On

• Assist in developing and maintaining microservices running on Kubernetes under guidance from senior engineers.
• Contribute to infrastructure components such as shared libraries, service frameworks, and basic security and authentication flows.
• Support development of platform services like API Gateway integrations, messaging adapters, auditing, and caching layers.
• Learn and contribute to GenAI-enabled capabilities such as AI-assisted services and integrations with LLM-based systems.
• Use GenAI tools (e.g., coding assistants) to improve development speed, debugging, and learning.
• Participate in design discussions and help translate requirements into simple, maintainable implementations.
• Write clean, testable Java code and build basic unit tests using JUnit.
• Debug issues with guidance and support, and learn troubleshooting techniques in distributed systems.
• Collaborate with team members to follow platform standards, patterns, and best practices.
• Assist in CI/CD processes, basic DevOps tasks, and monitoring setup.

Tech Stack You’ll Use

• Java, Spring Boot (basic to intermediate level)
• Docker, Kubernetes (learning and hands-on exposure)
• Azure or cloud platforms (basic usage)
• Databases (e.g., Oracle) and messaging systems (Kafka, MQ)
• Logging and monitoring tools (e.g., ELK, Prometheus)
• Security basics, API gateways
• GenAI tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar

What You Bring

• 1–2 years of experience in software development (including internships or academic projects).
• Basic knowledge of Java and object-oriented programming.
• Familiarity with Spring Boot or similar frameworks (coursework or hands-on projects).
• Understanding of fundamental concepts: APIs, REST, databases, and basic system design.
• Exposure to microservices, containers, or cloud environments is a plus (not mandatory).
• Interest in distributed systems and backend infrastructure.
• Basic understanding or curiosity about Generative AI tools and their use in development.
• Willingness to learn how GenAI-based systems (e.g., LLM integrations) are built.
• Strong learning mindset, curiosity, and ability to take feedback.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow guidance from senior engineers.

Why This Role Is Interesting

• You’ll work on real platform components, not just isolated features.
• You’ll gain hands-on experience in modern backend technologies and cloud-native systems.
• You’ll learn how large-scale distributed systems are built and operated.
• You’ll get early exposure to GenAI tools and AI-enabled platform capabilities.
• You’ll grow into a strong backend/infrastructure engineer with mentorship and guidance.

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for:

Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work.

Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.*

Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.

Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.

Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.

Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.