Senior Java Backend Developer

Dentsu

5 - 10 years

Bengaluru

Posted: 2/27/2025

Job Description

We are looking for a highly skilled Lead Java Backend Developer to spearhead the development of a cutting-edge application development for Fortune 50 client. This role demands deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, API-first development, and event-driven architecture, with a strong focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services.

The ideal candidate will design, develop, and deploy scalable cloud-native applications while ensuring seamless integration with BigQuery, Pub/Sub (Kafka, RabbitMQ, GCP Pub/Sub), Kubernetes, and Docker. This is a hands-on technical leadership role, driving high-quality software engineering best practices.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Backend Development & Cloud-Native Implementation

  • Design, develop, and deploy high-performance, scalable, and secure backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
  • Implement an API-first architecture, ensuring seamless integration with external and internal systems.
  • Build event-driven, distributed, and decoupled architectures, leveraging Pub/Sub messaging systems like Kafka, RabbitMQ, or GCP Pub/Sub.
  • Develop and optimize BigQuery-based data processing pipelines for real-time and batch workflows.
  • Deploy, manage, and optimize containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes on GCP (GKE).

2. Code Quality, CI/CD & Best Practices

  • Write clean, efficient, and reusable code following SOLID principles and design patterns.
  • Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring.
  • Conduct code reviews and enforce coding best practices to ensure high-quality software delivery.
  • Implement observability practices (logging, monitoring, tracing) to improve system reliability.

3. Collaboration & Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Work closely with Architects, Product Owners, and Designers to understand technical specifications and business requirements.
  • Collaborate with Data Engineers, DevOps, and QA teams to deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing systems, ensuring high availability and low-latency performance.

4. Performance Optimization & Scalability

  • Identify bottlenecks and optimize system performance for high-load applications.
  • Ensure efficient processing in real-time and batch workflows using GCP services (BigQuery, Dataflow, Cloud Functions, Cloud Run, etc.).
  • Implement cost-effective and scalable cloud-based solutions, following GCP best practices.

Required Skills & Expertise:

Core Backend & API Development

  • Strong expertise in Java (8+), Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.
  • Deep understanding of event-driven architecture and message queuing systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, GCP Pub/Sub).
  • Experience in building and managing RESTful APIs using an API-first approach.

Cloud & Infrastructure (GCP Focus)

  • Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including:
    • BigQuery for large-scale data processing.
    • Cloud Pub/Sub for event-driven messaging.
    • GKE (Google Kubernetes Engine) for container orchestration.
    • Cloud Functions / Cloud Run for serverless computing.
  • Containerization & Deployment
    • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes, managing microservices-based deployments.
    • Proficiency in scaling distributed systems using Kubernetes-based architectures.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT or a related field.
  • 4+ years of backend development experience, with at least 2 years specializing in GCP-based solutions.
  • Proven track record of implementing solutions in Infrastructure Modernization, Data Management, Analytics, or Application Modernization.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Location:

Bengaluru

Brand:

Merkle

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

About Company

Dentsu is a global advertising and digital marketing agency headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. It is part of the Dentsu Group Inc., one of the largest advertising and communications groups in the world. Dentsu specializes in providing integrated marketing solutions, including digital marketing, media planning, content creation, data analytics, public relations, and customer experience management. The company operates across numerous industries and markets, serving clients with innovative strategies to drive brand growth and engagement. With a strong focus on technology and creativity, Dentsu aims to deliver impactful, data-driven campaigns tailored to modern consumer behavior.

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