Java Developer

Role Summary 

We are seeking talented Java Developers to design, develop, and maintain complex backend systems. Successful candidates will be instrumental in building scalable, reliable, and high-performance microservices-based solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement. 

Key Responsibilities 

Common Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features. 

• Apply TDD and test-first development practices across all development stages. 

• Implement data access layers using Hibernate and JPA and manage caching using Redis or other caching frameworks. 

• Ensure high quality through effective code reviews, static code analysis, and performance optimization. 

• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement. 

Responsibilities Specific to Experience Levels :

• Develop and maintain backend systems using Spring, Spring Boot, and Spring Cloud technologies under guidance. 

• Participate in the design and implementation of microservices-based solutions. 

• Assist in the integration and optimization of Oracle and MongoDB in high-performance environments. 

Experience 

3-4 years of software development experience with a strong focus on Java. 

Spring Ecosystem 

Knowledge and experience in Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Spring Cloud. 

Microservices Architecture 

Solid understanding and hands-on experience with Microservices Architecture. 

Data Access & Databases 

Proficient in Hibernate, JPA, relational (Oracle), and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases. 

Caching (Redis) 

Exposure to Redis or equivalent for caching and performance optimization. 

Testing Strategies 

Proven experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Shift-Left testing strategies. 

Test Automation Tools/Frameworks 

Hands-on experience with Junit, Mockito, REST Assured, Cucumber, or Selenium. 

Application Performance 

Understanding of code quality and performance optimization during development. 

Problem-Solving 

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to contribute to complex development tasks. 
 

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of API Gateways, Service Discovery, and Distributed Tracing (e.g., Spring Cloud Gateway, Eureka, Zipkin). 

• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes. 

• Experience with code quality tools (e.g., SonarQube, CheckStyle). 

• Understanding of security best practices for backend development (OAuth2, JWT, Spring Security). 

Soft Skils:

Collaboration 

Proven team collaboration skills. 

Communication & Stakeholder Management 

Good communication and basic stakeholder interaction. 

Technical Depth & Business Acumen 

Ability to balance technical depth with immediate project priorities. 

Code Quality 

Passion for high-quality, clean, and maintainable code. 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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