Backend Developer

 We are seeking a

Backend Developer

with

3-5 years of experience

in

Java, Spring Boot, JavaScript, MySQL, NoSQL databases, and message queues

. The ideal candidate will be responsible for

developing, maintaining, and optimizing backend systems

to support scalable and high-performance applications. This role requires a strong understanding of

RESTful API development, microservices architecture, and database management

. The ideal candidate should also be familiar with

containerization, CI/CD workflows, and test-driven development

. As a

Backend Developer

, you will collaborate with

frontend developers, DevOps teams, and product managers

to deliver robust and efficient backend solutions.  

Primary Responsibilities

• Backend Development & API Design 
  

Develop, test, and maintain

server-side logic and RESTful APIs

using

Java & Spring Boot

. Write

efficient, scalable, and maintainable

backend code following best practices. Design and implement

microservices-based architecture

. 

• Database Management & Optimization 
  

Work with

MySQL and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra, etc.)

for data storage and retrieval. Optimize

database performance, indexing, and query execution

. Implement

data caching strategies

for high-speed access. 

• Message Queues & Asynchronous Processing 
  

Integrate and manage

message brokers

such as

RabbitMQ, Kafka, or ActiveMQ

for event-driven processing. Design and implement

asynchronous workflows and event-driven architectures

. 

• Security & Performance Optimization 
  

Implement

authentication and authorization mechanisms (OAuth, JWT, API Security)

. Optimize backend

performance, scalability, and reliability

. Handle

error tracking, debugging, and logging

effectively. 

• Testing & CI/CD 
  

Write

unit tests, integration tests, and functional tests

using

JUnit, Mockito, or other frameworks

. Participate in

test-driven development (TDD) practices

. Work with

CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Bitbucket, or GitLab CI/CD)

to automate deployment. 

• Version Control & Collaboration 
  

Manage and track changes using

Git and GitHub/GitLab

. Follow

branching strategies and code review best practices

. Collaborate with

cross-functional teams

in Agile environments.  

Additional Responsibilities

Participate in

Agile/Scrum meetings

and contribute to sprint planning. Troubleshoot

production issues and optimize system reliability

. Stay updated with

emerging technologies and industry best practices

. Document

technical designs, APIs, and database schemas

.  

Required Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have Skills:

 

Programming:

Proficiency in

Java, Spring Boot, JavaScript

. 

Databases:

Experience with

MySQL and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra, etc.)

. 

Message Queues:

Hands-on experience with

Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar technologies

. 

API Development:

Strong knowledge of

RESTful API design and integration

. 

Microservices & Containerization:

Experience implementing

microservices with Docker and Kubernetes

. 

Software Engineering Principles:

Understanding of

OOP, SOLID principles, and design patterns

. 

Testing:

Experience with

unit testing and test-driven development (TDD)

. 

Version Control:

Familiarity with

Git workflows

(GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket). 

CI/CD:

Understanding of

automated deployment and DevOps best practices

. 

Problem-Solving:

Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills. 

Good-to-Have Skills:

 

Cloud Platforms:

Exposure to

AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud (GCP)

. 

GraphQL:

Experience with

GraphQL API development

. 

Security:

Basic understanding of

API security best practices

. 

Performance Optimization:

Knowledge of

caching strategies (Redis, Memcached)

. 

Scripting:

Familiarity with

Shell scripting or Python

for automation.