Must-Have Skills
Core Engineering & Problem Solving
• Ability to understand unfamiliar code and large legacy systems
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis
• Knowledge of dependency management and resolving version conflicts
• Fast learner with strong research and pattern-recognition skills
• Ability to break down large problems and know when to seek help
Technical Fundamentals
• Strong Java 8+ knowledge
• Solid understanding of Spring Framework and Hibernate/JPA concepts
• Proficiency in SQL, relational database fundamentals
• Familiarity with Gradle and build pipelines
• Solid understanding of testing concepts (JUnit, mocking, test structure)
Soft Skills
• Patience, attention to detail, and discipline
• Clear communication and comfort with ambiguity
• Risk awareness and ability to document decisions effectively
Testing Mindset
• Ability to write meaningful unit and integration tests
• Healthy skepticism—knows that “compiling” isn’t the same as “working”
AI Collaboration
• Ability to use AI tools effectively for research and guidance
• Critical thinking to validate and challenge AI outputs
Nice-to-Have Experience
• Java 11/17/21, Gradle 7/8, Spring 6, Hibernate 6, JUnit 5
• Javax → Jakarta migration experience
• Large-scale refactoring or modernization projects
• Experience with AI tools (Cursor, ChatGPT, Claude)
• Familiarity with Prophet application and Baxter internal libraries
Top Skills
What We Do
Zensar is a leading experience, engineering, and technology solutions company. We conceptualize, build, and manage digital products for Forbes Global 2000 clients across the hi-tech engineering, banking and financial services, insurance, manufacturing and consumer services verticals. With proven excellence across five core areas, including experience services, advanced engineering services, data engineering and analytics, foundation services, and application services, our solutions leverage industry-leading platforms to help our clients be competitive, agile, and disruptive while moving with velocity through change and opportunity. Zensar’s expansive ecosystem of 60+ technology partners, including Oracle, Salesforce, SAP, Guidewire, Automation Anywhere, Adobe, and UiPath, enables us to deliver comprehensive solutions to clients, facilitating seamless integration and allowing them to leverage cutting-edge technologies and tools for enhanced business outcomes. Zensar is part of the USD 4.4 billion RPG Group. With headquarters in Pune, India, our 10,500+ employees, representing over 50 nationalities, work from 30+ locations across North America, UK/Europe, and South Africa. Visit us at www.zensar.com
