Software Development Engineer-II (Java, Spring Boot)

Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced and highly capable Software Development Engineer who can design, build, and enhance scalable enterprise-grade applications. In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, lead technical design discussions, develop high-quality software solutions, and ensure adherence to best practices in coding, architecture, and performance. You will also mentor junior developers and contribute significantly to Gruve’s technology roadmap.

Key Responsibilities

•  Understand customer and internal requirements to design and develop high-quality software solutions.
•  Lead end-to-end development across the full SDLC: requirement analysis, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
•  Architect, implement, and optimize scalable microservices-based applications.
•  Work with technologies such as Java, Spring Boot, Python, AWS, and modern frontend frameworks.
•  Ensure high standards of code quality through code reviews, design reviews, and best practices.
•  Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA, DevOps, Product, and Customer Engineering.
•  Build automation, improve performance, and drive engineering efficiency.
•  Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide timely resolutions.
•  Create and maintain documentation including design specs, API docs, deployment guides, and SOPs.
•  Mentor junior developers and contribute to building a strong engineering culture.
•  Follow project guidelines and ensure delivery within the defined timelines.
•  Maintain excellent customer satisfaction through robust and reliable engineering solutions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in software development.
• Strong expertise in: Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, Microservices architecture,Python (preferred), SQL/NoSQL databases,AWS or other cloud platforms
• Solid understanding of distributed systems, performance tuning, and secure coding practices.
•  Experience with CI/CD, Git, Docker, and container-based deployments.
•  Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Kubernetes or other container orchestration tools.
• Certifications such as AWS Developer/Architect, Oracle Java Certification, or similar.
• Experience working in fast-paced startups or product-based environments.
• Strong mentoring, communication, and leadership abilities.