Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) Devin AI, Java

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Java Developer / Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) with expertise in enterprise application development, customer-facing solution delivery, and AI-assisted software engineering using tools such as Devin AI. The ideal candidate will work closely with customers, product teams, and engineering organizations to design, customize, deploy, and optimize mission-critical applications while leveraging AI-driven development workflows. The role requires a blend of software engineering, solution architecture, client engagement, and hands-on development to solve complex business challenges and accelerate software delivery.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $125k - $145k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of enterprise Java applications.
• Architect and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions using modern Java technologies.
• Develop and maintain microservices-based applications using Spring Boot and related frameworks.
• Work directly with clients to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions.
• Deploy, configure, and operationalize Devin AI across software engineering teams.
• Build proof-of-concepts (POCs), prototypes, and production-grade applications using AI-assisted development methodologies.

Requirements:

• Hands-on Java development experience.
• Strong expertise in Java 11/17+, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, Hibernate/JPA, RESTful APIs, Microservices Architecture, Multithreading and Concurrent Programming.
• Hands-on experience working with Devin AI for software development workflows.
• Ability to leverage Devin for Code generation and enhancement
• Design Patterns and SOLID Principles.
• Exposure to AI-assisted software engineering platforms.
• Experience with distributed systems and event-driven architectures.
• Knowledge of Kafka or other messaging platforms.
• Experience with large-scale enterprise transformations and modernization projects.
• Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP) are a plus.
• Experience in Banking, Financial Services, Healthcare, Telecom, or Retail domains.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT  

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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