Java Backend Developer - Spring Boot/Microservices Architecture

Job Description

Key Responsibilities : - Design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure backend applications using Java and Spring Boot 3.2 - Develop RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services and internal systems - Work on Spring Batch for handling scheduled or high-volume background jobs - Design and develop microservices and ensure inter-service communication and data consistency - Build and maintain an intuitive portal/dashboard for internal/external stakeholders with appropriate backend logic - Optimize queries and work closely with the Oracle DB, writing complex SQL queries and performance tuning - Collaborate with front-end developers, QA engineers, and product managers to deliver high-quality solutions - Conduct code reviews and provide guidance to junior developers - Troubleshoot and debug application issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions - Write clear, maintainable, and testable code with appropriate unit and integration tests - Take ownership of features from design to deployment and support - Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning and retrospectives Required Skills and Experience : - 5-7 years of proven experience as a Java backend developer - Strong programming skills in Java with a deep understanding of object-oriented programming - Extensive experience in Spring Boot 3.2, Spring Batch, and Spring Job Scheduling - Proficiency in developing and consuming RESTful APIs - Hands-on experience with Microservices architecture and distributed systems - Solid experience in working with Oracle Database and writing optimized SQL queries - Experience in integrating backend services with front-end portals or dashboards - Strong understanding of software engineering best practices including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills must be able to analyze complex business requirements and build logical solutions - Familiarity with tools like Git, Maven/Gradle, Jenkins, and containerization platforms (Docker/Kubernetes) is a plus - Good communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a team environment Nice to Have : - Experience in performance tuning and application profiling - Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices - Knowledge of front-end technologies (basic level) for better integration with backend Educational Qualification : - Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.