Sr Software Engineer - Backend(Java)

Job Description

This role will contribute to the backend development of the SaaS platform. With expertise in back-end (Java), REST API development and database (PostgreSQL, Redis) technologies, you'll ensure development and seamless integration across all layers of the application. Reporting to the Tech Lead, you'll play a pivotal role in designing and delivering high-quality, maintainable, and scalable software solutions. Responsibilities and KPIs Backend Development : Design and develop robust back-end services built in Java . Implement features across the entire tech stack, ensuring high performance and seamless user experience. Ownership of estimates for design, development, and unit testing of ones deliverables. API Design and Development : Design and implement robust RESTful APIs that facilitate secure data exchange between internal platform modules and external services. Ensure API architecture aligns with the overall platform structure. Database Management : Design, optimize, and integrate database layers using relational databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases. Implement data storage and retrieval strategies that ensure data integrity and efficient access. Code Quality and Testing : Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices in coding and testing. Conduct code and Unit testing to maintain high-quality standards and mentor junior developers in following coding guidelines. Technical Architecture & Design : Collaborate with architects and other engineers to design scalable and secure components. Ensure that the data flow, API integration, and microservices architecture aligns with the platform's overall structure. Collaboration and Communication : Work closely with engineering teams, product managers, and designers to ensure alignment on business requirements. Provide technical input during feature planning to identify dependencies, challenges, and technical feasibility. Continuous Improvement and Innovation : Stay updated with emerging trends, frameworks, and tools, incorporating them into the platform when appropriate. Identify areas of improvement in existing codebases and suggest enhancements that promote maintainability and scalability. Documentation : Develop comprehensive documentation for back-end implementations to ensure knowledge sharing and code maintainability. Provide technical insights and contribute to architecture documentation. Desired Skills Education : Bachelors degree or master’s in computer science or software engineering Experience : 4 to 6 years of software development experience, with a strong understanding of back-end development. Technical Skills : Back-End : Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, building RESTful APIs, and familiarity with microservices architecture. Experience in Python will be a preference. Databases : Experience in relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases, with data modelling and optimization knowledge. Good understanding of Frameworks and Design Patterns and able to understand complex Architectural patterns. Soft Skills : Strong debugging & problem-solving skills, able to solve complex technical challenges independently and collaboratively. Effective communication skills, capable of sharing technical insights across teams. Organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize tasks effectively. Other Expectations Role will be based in Pune