Sr. Java Developer

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Java Developer with 5 to 7 years of proven experience in designing, developing, and implementing robust and scalable enterprise-level applications. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with the Spring Boot framework, microservices architecture, and a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle. You will play a crucial role in leading development initiatives, mentoring junior developers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and secure Java applications using Spring Boot. Lead the development and implementation of new features, modules, and enhancements. Collaborate with product owners, architects, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications. Develop and consume RESTful APIs and microservices. Write clean, well-documented, and testable code following best practices and design patterns. Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to coding standards. Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues and production incidents. Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, from conception to deployment and maintenance. Mentor and guide junior developers, sharing knowledge and promoting best practices. Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend and implement innovative solutions. Work effectively in an Agile/Scrum development environment.

Required Skills and Experience:

Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 5-7 years of professional experience as a Java Developer. Strong expertise in Java 8+ and object-oriented programming (OOP) principles. Extensive hands-on experience with Spring Boot framework, including Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA, Spring Security, etc. Proven experience in developing and deploying microservices. Solid understanding of RESTful API design and development. Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) and ORM frameworks (e.g., Hibernate, JPA). Proficiency with build tools like Maven or Gradle. Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git). Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus. Knowledge of message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) is a plus. Experience with front-end technologies (e.g., Angular, React) is a plus. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills. Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):

Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines. Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and unit testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito). Knowledge of NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra). Experience with performance tuning and optimization.