We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Java Developer with a strong background in microservices architecture and development. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in leading the design, development, and maintenance of high-performance, scalable, and resilient microservices, significantly impacting our core platforms and contributing to our technical vision. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills, a keen analytical mind, and a collaborative team-player attitude, driving best practices and mentoring junior talent. A proven track record of hands-on experience in Java and microservice development, coupled with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement, is essential.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure microservices using Java 17+ and modern related technologies (e.g., Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Kafka, Kubernetes).
Drive the technical design and architecture of new features and enhancements, ensuring alignment with overall system architecture, enterprise standards, and best practices. Contribute actively to architectural discussions and strategic technical direction.
Collaborate effectively with product owners, architects, and other developers to translate complex business requirements into clear, efficient, and innovative technical solutions.
Communicate complex technical concepts and solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering understanding and alignment across teams.
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient production-grade code, strictly adhering to established coding standards and design patterns, and utilizing tools for static analysis (e.g., SonarQube).
Conduct comprehensive code reviews to ensure code quality, performance optimization, security, and adherence to architectural and design principles.
Proactively identify and resolve complex technical issues, performing thorough root cause analysis and implementing effective, long-term solutions.
Participate actively in the full software development lifecycle, including planning, design, development, testing, deployment, and post-production support, demonstrating end-to-end ownership.
Mentor and guide junior developers, actively sharing knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and promoting best practices within the team.
Drive continuous improvement of development processes, tools, and technologies, championing adoption of modern methodologies like CI/CD, DevOps, and automation.
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, particularly in Java, microservices, distributed systems, and cloud computing, and proactively propose their strategic adoption.

Experience

Required Skills and Qualifications

5-10 years of professional experience in software development with a strong focus on Java (Java 17+).
Extensive hands-on experience in designing, developing, and deploying microservices architectures.
Proven expertise with Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, or similar frameworks for microservice development.
Solid experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Demonstrated experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), including deployment, scaling, and management of microservices in a cloud environment.
Strong experience with messaging queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) and API Gateways.
Practical experience in implementing and advocating for CI/CD pipelines and advanced DevOps practices.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Java (Java 17+).
Deep understanding and practical application of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles, design patterns, and software architecture.
Strong knowledge of RESTful API design, development, and security best practices.
Extensive experience with relational (e.g., PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra) databases.
Proficiency with testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito) and test-driven development (TDD) methodologies.
Comprehensive understanding of distributed systems concepts, including fault tolerance, scalability, consistency, and resilience patterns, with practical experience in implementing solutions addressing these challenges.

Soft Skills

Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical peers and non-technical business stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, influencing and leading by example.
High degree of initiative, self-motivation, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Education

Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent practical experience in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Full Stack Development, including modern frontend frameworks.
In-depth knowledge and application of security best practices in microservices architectures.
Familiarity with performance tuning, profiling, and optimization of Java applications in a distributed environment.

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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Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

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Senior Java Developer - Assistant Vice President