Specialist II - Software Engineering - Sr. Java Developer

Sr. Java Developer Job Summary The Java Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance backend applications using Java and modern technologies. The role involves building RESTful APIs, Microservices, and event-driven applications while leveraging cloud-native platforms to deliver secure, reliable, and enterprise-grade solutions. Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain robust Java-based backend applications. Analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions. Develop RESTful APIs and Microservices using Spring Boot. Build event-driven applications using Apache Kafka. Develop applications using SQL and NoSQL databases. Deploy and maintain cloud-native applications on Microsoft Azure. Develop and support containerized applications using Kubernetes. Write clean, maintainable, and reusable code following coding standards and best practices. Perform unit testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization. Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical design sessions. Collaborate with Product, QA, DevOps, and Business teams to deliver high-quality software. Follow Agile/Scrum methodologies and SDLC best practices.

Must Have Skills

Strong hands-on experience in Java/J2EE development. Expertise in Core Java (Java 8+), Collections, and Multithreading. Hands-on experience with Spring Framework and Spring Boot. Strong experience in Microservices architecture. Experience developing RESTful APIs and Web Services (REST/JSON, SOAP). Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka. Experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases. Good exposure to Microsoft Azure Cloud services. Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration. Knowledge of Git, Maven/Gradle, and CI/CD pipelines. Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance tuning skills.

Good to Have Skills

Experience with Docker and containerization. Knowledge of Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins. Exposure to Redis, MongoDB, or other distributed databases. Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, ELK, or Splunk. Understanding of cloud-native architecture and DevOps practices. Familiarity with software design patterns and distributed systems. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

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