Java Developer (Microservices & Cloud)

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Job Overview

Overview

We are seeking a talented and experienced Java Developer with 3-5 years of experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in developing robust, scalable, and cloud-native applications using Java, with a strong focus on microservices architecture. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance backend services, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to the entire software development lifecycle in an agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and resilient backend services using Java and the Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud).
• Implement and manage microservices architectures, focusing on creating modular, loosely coupled services that can be independently deployed and managed.
• Develop and consume RESTful APIs for seamless integration between front-end and back-end systems.
• Build and deploy cloud-ready applications leveraging cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Work with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes for deploying and managing microservices.
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Implement unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure high code quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, DevOps, and other stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, and deployment, within an Agile framework.
• Optimize application performance, focusing on speed, scalability, and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner, ensuring the stability and reliability of systems.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in Java, microservices, and cloud computing.

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience: 3-5 years of hands-on experience in backend development with Java.
• Java Proficiency: Strong proficiency in Java (Java 11/17+), including its ecosystem and best practices.
• Frameworks: Expert-level knowledge and practical experience with Spring Framework, particularly Spring Boot and Spring Cloud.
• Microservices: Proven experience in designing, developing, and maintaining microservices architectures.
• Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including deploying and managing applications.
• Containerization & Orchestration: Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Databases: Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL) and SQL, including writing efficient queries.
• Version Control: Proficiency with Git (e.g., GitHub, Bitbucket).
• API Development: Expertise in designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
• Testing: Experience with unit testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito) and test-driven development (TDD).
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. 

Nice-to-Have/Preferred Skills

• Experience with messaging queues/event streaming platforms (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
• Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB).
• Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK stack, Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog).
• Understanding of security best practices in application development and cloud environments.
• Experience with build tools like Maven or Gradle.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Experience with a front-end framework (e.g., Angular, React, Vue.js) is a plus.