Java Developer

We are seeking a talented and motivated Java Developer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will design, develop, test, and deploy robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems and microservices. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, frontend engineers, architects, and DevOps teams, to deliver resilient software solutions that meet business objectives and enterprise standards.

2. Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Development

- Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Java server-side applications and microservices using Spring Boot / Spring Framework.
- Implement RESTful APIs, integration endpoints, and event-driven architectures.
- Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
- Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to mitigate and address these issues.

Database & Integration

- Design and optimize relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL) and non-relational (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis) database schemas, queries, and transactions.
- Integrate enterprise messaging systems (e.g., Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, IBM MQ).

Quality Assurance & Testing

- Write comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end automated tests using frameworks such as JUnit, Mockito, and Testcontainers.
- Participate in peer code reviews, adhering to coding standards, secure coding principles, and design patterns.

DevOps & Deployment

- Collaborate with DevOps engineers to containerize applications using Docker and orchestrate them via Kubernetes/OpenShift.
- Maintain and enhance continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Monitor application health, logs, and metrics using observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, OpenTelemetry).

3. Required Qualifications & Skills

Technical Skills

- Core Java : Strong proficiency in Core Java (Java 11, 17, or 21), including OOP concepts, concurrency/multithreading, collections framework, and functional programming (Streams, Lambdas).
- Frameworks : Extensive experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA, Spring Security).
- APIs & Web Services : Solid experience in designing and building RESTful APIs; familiarity with OpenAPI/Swagger specifications.
- Databases & ORM : Proficiency with SQL, relational database management systems (RDBMS), and ORM tools (Hibernate / JPA).
- Build & Version Control : Hands-on experience with Git and build automation tools (Maven, Gradle).
- Testing : Practical experience with automated testing tools (JUnit 5, Mockito).

Professional Experience

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 3+ years of professional software development experience in Java backend environments.
- Solid understanding of software design patterns, Clean Architecture, SOLID principles, and microservices architecture.

4. Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications

- Experience with Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).
- Experience with Event Streaming and Distributed Systems (Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ).
- Familiarity with Containerization and Orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).
- Knowledge of NoSQL databases and in-memory caching solutions (MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch).
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Tekton, GitLab CI).
- Understanding of application security standards (OWASP Top 10, OAuth2, JWT, mTLS).
- Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.

5. Core Competencies & Soft Skills

- Problem Solving : Analytical mindset with strong debugging and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Communication : Clear written and verbal communication skills; ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Collaboration : Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively across distributed engineering teams.
- Adaptability : Eagerness to learn emerging technologies and adapt to evolving business and technical requirements.

6. What We Offer

- Competitive salary and performance-based incentive programs.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and wellness benefits.
- Continuous learning opportunities, technical certifications, and career development programs.
- Flexible working arrangements (hybrid/remote options, depending on policy).

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## Job Family Group:
Technology
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## Job Family:
Applications Development
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## Time Type:
Full time
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## Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.
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## Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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