Junior Java Developer Job at PayU

PayU is a leading financial services provider in global growth markets. We deliver innovative technology that enables billions of people and millions of merchants to buy and sell online. Our local operations span 17 markets across Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa. As a leading online payment service provider, we deploy more than 300 payment methods and PCI certified platforms to process approximately 1.2 million payments every single day. We also specialise in innovative consumer and small business products that improve access to credit and banking services in markets that are underserved by traditional financial services providers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:


Job Position: Junior Java Developer

Job Location: Lagos
Job Schedule: Full-time

Purpose of the Role

  • If you are a talented Java Developer looking to work with cutting-edge technology and make an impact in the e-commerce world, PayU is the place for you.
  • We are a leading fintech company with a unique opportunity for a Java Developer to join our team and help shape and drive PayU's offering.

Responsibilities & Key Activities

  • Design and creation of new applications/services
  • Maintenance of existing applications/services
  • Participating in DevOps cycles to support business needs
  • Testing automation using PayU's automation framework
  • Collaborating with international teams to deliver strategic initiatives

Qualification & Experience

  • 3+ years of experience in Core Java
  • 3+ years of experience in J2EE
  • 3+ years experience Spring and Spring-Boot frameworks
  • Well versed with XML/JSON/Javascript/JWT
  • Proficiency in Hibernate or JPA
  • Strong database skills, including experience with MySQL and DynamoDB
  • Exposure to the e-commerce and payments industry is a big plus!
  • Experience using SOAP webservices and RESTful webservices
  • AWS knowledge/experience is required
  • Understanding of SOA and Microservice Architectures
  • Well versed with Agile programming methodologies and principles, as well as tools that support this
  • Experience with JUnit and JMeter is a plus.

Skills, Knowledge & Competencies:

  • Ability to work collaboratively with a team of professionals
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills
  • Dedication to delivering high-quality results.