Senior Java Developer

Key Responsibilities

• Software Development: Design, code, test, and deploy high-quality, scalable, and secure Java-based applications and microservices.
• Architecture & Design: Participate in architectural discussions, design system components, and ensure the technical feasibility of system designs.
• Code Quality & Best Practices: Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and implement automated testing (unit, integration, and performance testing).
• Performance Optimization: Identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot production issues, and optimize application performance, latency, and resource utilization.
• CI/CD & DevOps: Build and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment, configuration management, and monitoring.
• Collaboration: Work closely with product owners to understand requirements, define technical specifications, and estimate development effort.
• Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.

Core Java & Frameworks

Database & Integration

Soft Skills & Leadership

• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and debugging skills with a proactive approach to resolving complex technical challenges.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead small teams, take ownership of deliverables, and drive projects to completion.
• Agile Mindset: Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience: 5 + years of professional software development experience
• Java & Spring: Extensive hands-on experience with Java, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot.
• Microservices: Proven experience in designing and building microservices-based architectures.
• Messaging Systems: Strong experience with Kafka implementation for building event-driven systems.
• Containerization: Good knowledge of container technologies, with specific experience in ECS.
• Database: Strong proficiency in PL/SQL for database development and optimization.
• Agile Methodologies: Solid experience working in and practicing Agile development methodologies.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• AI and Prompt Engineering: Wide exposure to and practical experience with smart AI tools and the ability to craft optimized prompts.
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