Senior Java Developer - Microservices

Job Summary

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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