Senior Software Engineer (Java)

India

Unifocus is an integrated workforce management software platform offering intelligent automation for daily work orders management, housekeeping activities, facility maintenance, survey solutions, scheduling & labor management, and time & attendance built for the hospitality market and other dynamic scheduling environment.

We support hotels, restaurants, casinos, and more with our innovative web-based and mobile software suite. Some of the chains we work with include Hilton, Rosewood, Shangri La, Accor, IHG, Hoxton, Corinthia, Oetker Collection etc. We are a small but growing team, and you'll have opportunities to express yourself and make meaningful contributions to our products and the company.
Visit https://www.unifocus.com for more details.

ABOUT THE JOB:

As a Senior Software Engineer (Java), you will play a key role across all stages of the software development lifecycle - from concept and design to development, testing, and deployment. You’ll be responsible for building robust, scalable Java-based components and interfaces that deliver high-quality user solutions.

In addition to hands-on development, you will provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members, guiding best practices and fostering a culture of engineering excellence. This role offers the opportunity to influence architectural decisions, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement across the development process.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

  • Contribute to all stages of software development lifecycle.

  • Analyze user requirements to define business objectives.

  • Envisioning system features and functionality.

  • Identify and resolve any technical issues arising.

  • Involvement in Story creation, requirements, and design for new features and improvements.

  • Delivery of new features and bug tickets.

  • Write and maintain code in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment.

  • Create detailed design documentation.

  • Help identify defects, issues, and risks within the software system.

  • Work closely and proactively with the product teams to determine the best way to increase the quality of the product.

  • Keeping up to date with the latest technology trends and releases. 

  • Collaborate with product managers and architects to build and deploy world-class software.

  • Guide team development efforts towards successful project delivery.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related fields preferred.

  • 6+ years of experience developing core Java applications across enterprise, SME, or start-up environments.

  • Experience with Node.js / Express.Js is a strong plus.

  • Proven experience with distributed systems and event-driven architectures.

  • Expertise in Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and RESTful API

  • Experience in designing, building, and monitoring microservices.

  • Solid background in persistence technologies including JPA, Hibernate, MS-SQL, and PostgreSQL.

  • Proficient in Java 11+, including features like Streams, Lambdas, and Functional Programming.

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or AWS DevOps.

  • Familiarity with major cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP (AWS preferred).

  • Front-end development experience using React or Angular with good understanding of leveraging best practices around HTML, CSS3/Tailwind, Responsive designs.

  • Comfortable in Agile environments with iterative development and regular demos.

  • Experience with container orchestration using Managed Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, or GKE).

  • Working knowledge of Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and Backend-for-Frontend (BFF) concepts.

  • Hands-on experience integrating applications with cloud services.

  • Familiarity with event-driven technologies (e.g., Kafka, MQ, Event Buses).

  • Hospitality services domain experience is a plus.

  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and in a team.

  • Proficiency in Agile methodologies and software development best practices.

  • Skilled in code and query optimization.

  • Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.

THE UNIFOCUS EXPERIENCE:

Our Culture Statement: Thriving Together, Achieving Greatness

To support our culture mission, we have four core culture values of Unite, Inspire, Empower, and Excel. Each value representing a set of key traits that define how we live and breathe our culture every day.

We UNITE globally, combining our diverse talents, perspectives, and expertise. With professionalism and a touch of fun, we inspire and empower each other to excel. Together, we deliver exceptional value, challenge norms, and leave a lasting impact within the hospitality industry.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:

  1. Health insurance

  2. Paid time off

  3. A hybrid environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance

  4. Parental leave

  5. Professional development assistance

  6. Referral program