Job Description

Senior Java Developer - Microservices

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Java Developer with a strong background in microservices architecture and development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and resilient microservices. This role requires exceptional problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills, a keen analytical mind, and a collaborative team-player attitude. A proven track record of hands-on experience in Java and microservice development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust, scalable, and secure microservices using Java and related technologies.

• Lead the technical design and architecture of new features and enhancements, ensuring alignment with overall system architecture and best practices.

• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and other developers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to established coding standards and patterns.

• Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and adherence to design principles.

• Identify and resolve complex technical issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing effective solutions.

• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including planning, design, development, testing, deployment, and support.

• Mentor junior developers, sharing knowledge and promoting best practices within the team.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes, tools, and technologies.

• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, particularly in Java, microservices, and cloud computing.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience:

  • 8+ years of professional experience in software development with a strong focus on Java.

  • Extensive hands-on experience in designing and developing microservices architectures.

  • Proven experience with Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, or similar frameworks for microservice development.

  • Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

  • Experience with messaging queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) and API Gateways.

  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

• Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in Java (Java 8+).

  • Deep understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.

  • Strong knowledge of RESTful API design and development.

  • Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Cassandra).

  • Familiarity with testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito).

  • Understanding of distributed systems concepts, including fault tolerance, scalability, and consistency.

• Soft Skills:

  • Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

  • High degree of initiative and self-motivation.

• Education:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with event-driven architectures.

• Knowledge of security best practices in microservices.

• Familiarity with performance tuning and optimization of Java applications.

• Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in the developer community.

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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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