SRE Developer (Java, Kubernetes & Cloud-Native Expert)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead SRE Developer with a strong background in Java and Kotlin. The ideal candidate will lead a team of Java developers, ensuring high-quality software delivery and support for production environments. This role involves designing and implementing scalable Java solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving innovation through the adoption of new technologies.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Java developers and ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Develop and maintain Java-based applications and systems.
• Design and implement scalable and efficient Java solutions to meet business requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and drive innovation.
• Provide support for production environments, guiding users to appropriate teams for issue resolution and incident escalation as needed.

Technical Skills:

• Primary Skills:
  • Expertise in SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) practices.
  • Proficiency in Java (mandatory) and Kotlin (preferred).
  • Strong understanding of OOPs concepts, concurrency, and exception handling.
  • Hands-on experience in designing and building Java microservices using VERT.X and SPRING BOOT.
  • Proficient in GitHub Actions for efficient code integration and deployment workflows.
  • Expertise in Cloud-native technologies, including Kubernetes, Helm, and containerization.
  • Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.
  • Knowledge of databases like Cassandra, Couchbase, and MongoDB.
  • Experience with monitoring tools such as Micrometer, Prometheus, Elastic, Kibana, Grafana, and Splunk.
• Secondary Skills:
  • Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development of complex applications or highly scalable solutions end-to-end in SDLC.

Experience:

• At least 6-8 years of experience in Java development.
• Proven experience leading a team of Java developers.
• Previous experience in delivering Java-based solutions for large enterprises.

Day-to-Day Activities:

• Lead and mentor a team of Java developers.
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Develop, test, and deploy Java-based applications and systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and implement new technologies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced certifications in Java development (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 11 Developer).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.