Associate Engineer – Backend Development

Accenture is hiring Associate Engineer – Backend Development professionals to join its Application Development team in Kochi. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates and early-career software engineers who are passionate about Java backend development, cloud technologies, and enterprise application engineering. As a Backend Development Associate, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot. Working alongside experienced software engineers and solution architects, you will contribute to developing high-performance enterprise applications while following modern software engineering practices and Agile development methodologies. The role provides exposure to real-world projects, enabling candidates to strengthen their programming expertise while building innovative digital solutions for global clients. As part of Accenture's technology team, you will participate in the complete Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirement analysis, application development, testing, deployment, debugging, and maintenance. You will develop RESTful APIs, build backend services, integrate databases, optimize application performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. The role requires strong problem-solving abilities, analytical thinking, and proficiency in Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, SQL, object-oriented programming, and backend development concepts. Engineers will also gain hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms, code quality tools, and enterprise software architecture while working in a collaborative Agile environment. Joining Accenture provides an opportunity to work with one of the world's leading technology consulting companies, serving clients across industries including banking, healthcare, retail, telecommunications, manufacturing, and digital commerce. Employees benefit from continuous learning, professional certifications, mentorship, and exposure to emerging technologies such as cloud computing, microservices, DevOps, artificial intelligence, and enterprise application modernization. This position serves as an excellent starting point for long-term careers in Java Development, Backend Engineering, Full Stack Development, Cloud Engineering, Software Architecture, and Enterprise Application Development.

Develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise-grade backend applications using Java 11+, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot while ensuring clean, maintainable, and scalable code. Design and implement RESTful APIs and backend services that support business applications, third-party integrations, and enterprise software platforms. Collaborate with software developers, solution architects, business analysts, and QA teams throughout the software development lifecycle to deliver high-quality solutions. Write efficient, reusable, and well-documented code while following coding standards, design patterns, and software engineering best practices. Debug application issues, analyze root causes, resolve production defects, and optimize application performance to improve system reliability. Develop and execute unit tests using JUnit, Mockito, or PowerMock frameworks to ensure application stability, functionality, and code quality. Work with relational and NoSQL databases by writing optimized SQL queries, designing database interactions, and managing data persistence. Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, code reviews, retrospectives, and collaborative technical discussions. Utilize code quality, version control, and CI/CD tools such as SonarQube, Git, Jenkins, or similar platforms to support continuous software delivery. Contribute innovative ideas for improving software architecture, application performance, security, scalability, and development productivity. Stay updated with emerging Java technologies, backend frameworks, cloud services, and industry best practices while continuously enhancing technical skills. Support troubleshooting of complex application issues and collaborate with senior engineers to implement effective long-term technical solutions.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Electronics, or a related engineering discipline from a recognized university. Strong programming skills in Java 11 or above with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles and software development concepts. Hands-on knowledge of Spring Framework and Spring Boot for developing scalable enterprise applications and RESTful web services. Strong understanding of Data Structures, Algorithms, logical reasoning, analytical thinking, and problem-solving techniques. Experience with JUnit, Mockito, PowerMock, or similar testing frameworks for writing unit tests and ensuring application reliability. Good knowledge of Java concepts including Collections, Generics, Enums, Annotations, Exception Handling, Serialization, Immutability, Multithreading, and Java Memory Management. Familiarity with relational databases, NoSQL databases, SQL query writing, and backend database integration techniques. Basic understanding of cloud computing platforms, CI/CD pipelines, Git version control systems, SonarQube, logging frameworks (SLF4J, Logback, Log4j), and software deployment practices. Knowledge of caching mechanisms, concurrent programming, microservices architecture, and backend application performance optimization will be an added advantage. Excellent communication, teamwork, adaptability, and continuous learning mindset with the ability to work effectively in Agile software development environments.