Senior Java Developer

Job Description

The Backend Engineer will work with a team of talented engineers to develop scalable and high-performance core platform services in Java and Spring framework. The role focuses on hands on programming and architecture contributions while interfacing with engineering and design teams, and quality for our products with an emphasis on iteratively learning actions. Description Assists in defining software architectures - Collaborates with leads to explore existing systems, determines areas of complexity, potential risks to successful implementation, learns the applications capabilities Define and communicate technical design requirements. Collaborate with frontend web and mobile developers for all backend integrations. Builds software applications primarily for the Java platform and Spring framework - Follows coding standards and best practices. Maintain and enhance distributed applications. Optimize backend systems performance and code quality. Maintain and enhance REST APIs (micro-services style) Build and maintain integration modules between backend systems and external systems. Build a healthy team environment via professional collaboration. Troubleshoot and debug applications in production and development environments. Stay up to date with current best practices and new emerging technologies and make sure we are implementing cutting-edge technologies to keep improving our backend systems. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related technical discipline or equivalent Minimum Experience: 7+ years of relevant experience Knowledge and Skill Requirements: Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving skills. Strong understanding and working knowledge of basic Algorithms and Data Structures. Discipline in Test Driven Development. Very good understanding and experience with Authentication based systems and basic Cryptography. Exceptional experience and working knowledge of Java technologies and Spring framework. Good understanding of Micro-Services Design, Object Oriented Programming and Service Oriented Architecture. Experience in Docker Containers, build and deployment in a container environment. Experience with SQL, NoSQL, database systems. Detailed knowledge of the JVM Platform. Comfortable with Linux command-line interface. Experience working with Git in a CI/CD environment Experience with JIRA/Confluence or similar tools Strong knowledge of the continuous integration practices. Experience and thorough understanding of Agile Software Development Strong communication and soft skills, able to motivate, mentor and help fellow developers as well as communicate complex ideas effectively Detail-oriented and exceptional organizational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Exercises independence and self-motivation while still being able to work with others collaboratively with ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment Self-motivated with positive energy