Job Description

Location: Bangalore - Indraprastha, India

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

Present in India since 1953, Thales is headquartered in Noida and has other operational offices and sites spread across Delhi, Gurugram, Bengaluru and Mumbai, among others. Over 2200 employees are working with Thales and its joint ventures in India. Since the beginning, Thales has been playing an essential role in India’s growth story by sharing its technologies and expertise in Defence, Aerospace and Cyber & Digital sectors. Thales has two engineering competence centres in India - one in Noida focused on Cyber & Digital business, while the one in Bengaluru focuses on hardware, software and systems engineering capabilities for both the civil and defence sectors, serving global needs. The Group has also established an MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) facility in Gurugram to provide comprehensive avionics maintenance and repair services to Indian airlines and support the growth of the local aviation industry.

Thales is looking for a skilled and driven Senior or Lead Software Developer ready to take the next step in their career. In this role, you will contribute hands-on to the design and development of high-scale products, collaborating closely with global counterparts. It is well-suited for someone with a strong passion for technology, committed to delivering secure and scalable solutions, and motivated by the challenges of distributed systems and complex technical problems.
You’ll be working on the management component of Thales-Imperva’s Cloud Web Application Firewall (CWAF) solutions — a core part of our cloud-based security platform. This system serves as the control layer for a globally distributed service, enabling organizations to manage and scale their web application security with confidence. It plays a key role in ensuring high performance, reliability, and a seamless experience for our customers across diverse environments.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Write clean, efficient, and secure code; conduct code reviews and unit tests.

• Take ownership of feature design, implementation, and delivery in an Agile team.

• Collaborate with product owners, testers, and international teams

• Contribute to sprint planning, estimations, and technical discussions.

• Contribute to architectural discussions and ensure best practices are followed.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related discipline is required.

• 5–9 years of professional software development experience.

• Strong coding skills in Java or similar languages.

• Experience with CI/CD tools, Git, build systems, and unit testing frameworks.

• Good understanding of software architecture, design principles, and system integration.

• Familiar with Agile/Scrum, and confident working in fast-paced, distributed teams.

NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience with secure systems or critical infrastructure projects.

• Familiarity with cloud platforms, Docker, or Kubernetes.

• Familiarity with Spring Boot for backend development.

• Experience working with AI technologies in software projects.

WHY JOIN US:

• Opportunity to grow into a technical leadership role.

• Work with international teams on meaningful, high-impact projects.

• Strong focus on learning and development.

• Competitive compensation, bonuses, and employee-friendly policies.

• Supportive team culture focused on innovation and technical excellence.

At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.