Thunderhead/Jasper Developer

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain business application and reporting components to meet project timelines, with a strong focus on Thunderhead Smart Communications and JasperReports.
• Translate business specifications into detailed technical design and documentation, aligned with client's project standards.
• Design and build reusable Thunderhead templates and components, ensuring consistency, scalability, and maintainability.
• Create and maintain high-quality, parameterized reports using JasperReports, integrating with Java-based backends and external data sources.
• Ensure compliance with system development guidelines, coding standards, and best practices throughout the SDLC.
• Work closely with frontend/backend developers, analysts, vendors, and business users to ensure clear understanding and delivery of requirements.
• Apply strong knowledge of object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms to design efficient and maintainable systems.
• Utilize XML/JSON data formats and integrate reporting modules with APIs and databases.
• Manage codebase using version control tools (e.g., SVN), support build and deployment processes using Maven and Jenkins, and troubleshoot issues during SIT/UAT and production rollout.
• Keep current with technology trends and continuously improve output management and reporting processes to align with business needs.

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Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3–6 years of hands-on experience in reporting/output management development.
• Strong expertise in Thunderhead Smart Communications (or NOW) and JasperReports; experience with Crystal Reports is an added advantage.
• Proficient in building component-based, reusable, and testable modules for both document templates and reporting dashboards.
• Hands-on experience in Java, Spring Boot, and working knowledge of DB2, Oracle, and PL/SQL.
• Skilled in XML, JSON, and API-based data integrations.
• Experience with build tools and CI/CD pipelines using Maven and Jenkins for deployment automation.
• Familiar with Agile / Scrum methodologies, with experience participating in sprints and collaborative development environments.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent time management, and the ability to work independently under pressure.
• Good communication and teamwork skills; able to guide junior developers (for senior roles).
• Experience in the financial services industry is a plus.

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