Lead II - Software Engineering - Java

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build secure and high-performance RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Develop cloud-native applications and deploy them on Google Cloud Platform.
• Design and implement containerized solutions using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Build event-driven applications using GCP Pub/Sub or similar messaging platforms.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub and Jenkins.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, reliability, and security.
• Develop unit and integration tests using JUnit, Rest Assured, or similar frameworks.
• Work with relational and NoSQL databases, including data modeling and performance optimization.
• Conduct code reviews, troubleshoot production issues, and drive continuous improvements.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, QA, DevOps, and Architects.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practices.

Required Skills

• 12 or more years of experience in Java backend development.
• Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices.
• Experience building RESTful APIs with a focus on performance and security.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong knowledge of GitHub, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Redis or other distributed caching technologies.
• Hands-on experience with GCP Pub/Sub, Kafka, or similar messaging platforms.
• Strong knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in retail or eCommerce applications is preferred.
• Knowledge of React.js, Next.js, or JavaScript-based web technologies is preferred.
• Experience with cloud-native architecture and distributed systems is preferred.
• Performance tuning and monitoring of enterprise applications is preferred.
• Experience with SpannerDB, Cosmos DB, or similar cloud databases is preferred.
• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.