Specialist - Software Engineering

Java Microservices & GenAI Specialist – GCP

We are seeking a Java Microservices & GenAI Specialist with 5–7 years of software development experience to join the Store Applications Team in a nearshore delivery model.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience developing Java/Spring Boot microservices , deploying cloud-native applications on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) , building CI/CD pipelines , and integrating Generative AI and Agentic AI capabilities into enterprise applications.

Key Responsibilities

- Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java/Spring Boot microservices .

- Translate business requirements into technical stories, designs, and implementation plans.

- Integrate Generative AI and Agentic AI capabilities into Java-based applications.

- Apply hands-on experience with Claude and other GenAI technologies where appropriate.

- Use GitHub Copilot to improve development productivity while maintaining coding standards and quality.

- Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines supporting automated build, testing, and deployment processes.

- Deploy and manage applications and microservices on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) .

- Utilize Google Cloud Deploy to support reliable application deployment processes.

- Develop cloud-native solutions optimized for scalability, reliability, and performance.

- Independently troubleshoot technical issues and recommend appropriate solutions.

- Collaborate with product owners, architects, engineering teams, and other stakeholders to align technical solutions with business requirements.

- Ensure timely delivery of features and fixes while maintaining strong code quality, testing, and technical documentation.

- Participate in Agile software development activities and contribute throughout the SDLC.

Required Technical Skills

Java & Microservices

- 5–7 years of relevant software engineering experience.

- Strong hands-on experience with Java .

- Strong experience with Spring Boot .

- Proven experience designing and developing microservices architectures .

- Experience building scalable, reliable, production-grade applications.

GenAI / Agentic AI

- Hands-on experience integrating Generative AI capabilities into applications.

- Understanding of Agentic AI concepts and patterns .

- Experience integrating AI capabilities into Java-based applications .

- Hands-on exposure to Claude or comparable GenAI/LLM technologies.

- Experience using GitHub Copilot for software development and code productivity.

Google Cloud Platform

- Strong experience with GCP .

- Experience deploying Java microservices and cloud-native applications to GCP.

- Experience with Google Cloud Deploy .

- Understanding of cloud-native architecture, scalability, reliability, and performance.

DevOps & CI/CD

- Hands-on experience designing and building CI/CD pipelines .

- Experience automating build, test, and deployment processes.

- Strong understanding of modern software deployment practices.

- Experience supporting applications through the complete development and deployment lifecycle.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with Java + GenAI integration patterns and associated best practices.

- Experience working within cloud-native application environments.

- Familiarity with enterprise retail or store applications is advantageous.

- Understanding of Agile methodologies and modern SDLC practices.

- Experience working with distributed or nearshore development teams.

Soft Skills

- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

- Ability to work independently as an individual contributor.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- Proactive approach to identifying technical challenges and proposing solutions.

- Strong ownership and focus on delivering high-quality solutions.

Location: Mexico

Work Model: TBC

Hiring Model: FTE

Client: The Home Depot