Senior Java Developer (Spring & Microservices)

Overall Summary:

We are seeking a Senior Java Developer to lead the design and implementation of scalable applications. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in Java development, a strong understanding of related technologies, and the ability to mentor junior team members.

Software Requirements:

• Extensive experience in Java programming language.
• Strong knowledge of the Spring framework.
• Proficient in microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with AWS services for application deployment and management.
• Solid understanding of build tools such as Maven and Gradle.
• Experience with JPA (Java Persistence API) and JMS (Java Message Service).
• Strong unit testing skills using JUnit.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Bamboo and Stash.
• Expertise in using IntelliJ as the primary development environment.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of high-performance applications using Java and related technologies.
• Mentor and guide junior developers in best practices and coding standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Optimize existing applications and troubleshoot complex issues to enhance performance.
• Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to technical decision-making.

Category-wise Technical Skills:

• Core Technologies:
• Java (Core and Advanced)
• Spring Framework
• Microservices Architecture
• Cloud Services: AWS (Amazon Web Services)
• Tools and Frameworks:
• Maven and Gradle
• JPA and JMS
• JUnit for unit testing
• CI/CD tools such as Bamboo and Stash
• Development Environment: IntelliJ IDEA
• Good to Have:
• Kubernetes
• Splunk
• SonarQube

Experience: 6 to 8 years of relevant experience in Java development.

Day-to-Day Activities:

• Leading architecture and design discussions for new features and applications.
• Writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Conducting code reviews and providing constructive feedback to team members.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals.
• Keeping abreast of industry trends and technologies to drive innovation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications in Java or software development are a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-sufficient and proactive in approach.