Java Backend Developer

You are a talented and experienced Java Backend Developer who will be responsible for building scalable and robust backend systems using Java and Spring frameworks. You will collaborate closely with front-end developers, DevOps engineers, and product managers to develop RESTful APIs, integrate with databases, and deliver high-performance enterprise applications. Your key responsibilities will include designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, secure, and high-performance backend services using Java. You will also develop RESTful APIs to support front-end functionality and third-party integrations. It is essential to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and to optimize backend systems for maximum performance, reliability, and scalability. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions will be crucial. Additionally, implementing and maintaining integration with relational and NoSQL databases, performing unit testing, integration testing, and participating in code reviews, identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks and bugs in backend systems, ensuring high code quality, maintainability, and adherence to development standards, as well as participating in Agile development ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) are part of your role. Technical Skills Required: - Strong programming skills in Java 8+ - Deep understanding of OOP (Object-Oriented Programming) and design patterns - Experience with Spring Framework, particularly: - Spring Boot - Spring MVC - Spring Security - Spring Data JPA - Proficiency in developing RESTful web services and microservices - Experience with Swagger/OpenAPI for API documentation - Familiarity with JWT, OAuth2, and other API authentication mechanisms - Strong knowledge of SQL and RDBMS (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) - Experience with JPA/Hibernate or other ORM frameworks - Familiarity with NoSQL databases like MongoDB, Redis, or Cassandra - Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions - Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized application deployment - Version control using Git and code repository tools like GitHub, Bitbucket - Hands-on experience with JUnit, Mockito, or other testing frameworks - Knowledge of static code analysis tools such as SonarQube Cloud & Deployment (Nice To Have): - Experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform - Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation Qualifications: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field - 5+ years of experience in Java backend development - Experience with Agile software development methodology - Java certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Java Programmer) are a plus Soft Skills: - Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work both independently and as part of a team - Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail Please note that the above summary is based on the provided job description.,