Senior Java Developer | Spring Boot Microservices | Remote

Are you an experienced Java developer with a passion for building scalable microservice architectures? We're seeking a Senior Java Developer skilled in Spring Boot, Kotlin, and distributed systems to join our innovative engineering team. In this role, you'll architect and implement robust backend solutions using cutting-edge technologies like Kafka, Redis, and containerization with Docker and Kubernetes.

About the Role:

As a Senior Java Developer, you'll be at the forefront of designing and implementing microservice-based applications that power our core business operations. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to create resilient, high-performance systems while following industry best practices and agile methodologies.

Key Responsibilities:

- Design and develop sophisticated microservice architectures using Java 11, Kotlin, and Spring Boot framework.

- Architect scalable, maintainable, and secure RESTful APIs for internal and external service integration.

- Implement efficient data persistence strategies using PostgreSQL and Oracle databases.

- Develop high-throughput, low-latency solutions leveraging Kafka for event streaming and Redis for caching.

- Containerize applications using Docker and orchestrate deployments with Kubernetes or OpenShift.

- Collaborate closely with frontend developers, QA engineers, and business analysts to deliver cohesive product features.

- Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and security standards.

- Troubleshoot and optimize application performance in distributed environments.

- Implement automated testing strategies using JUnit, Postman, and JMeter.

- Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and engineering practices.

- Mentor junior developers and share knowledge across the engineering organization.

Required Skills:

- 5+ years of professional experience in Java development, with strong knowledge of JVM principles and design patterns.

- Proven experience with Java 8-17 and modern Java features (lambdas, streams, optional).

- Advanced proficiency with Spring Framework ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security).

- Demonstrated experience building and maintaining microservice architectures.

- Expertise in working with relational databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle) and writing optimized SQL queries.

- Solid understanding of message brokers and event streaming platforms, particularly Apache Kafka.

- Practical experience with caching solutions like Redis for performance optimization.

- Strong knowledge of RESTful API design principles and HTTP protocols.

- Experience with asynchronous programming and multithreading in Java applications.

- Proficiency with build automation tools such as Maven and Gradle.

- Working knowledge of containerization with Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.

- Experience with automated testing frameworks and performance testing tools.

- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in an agile team environment.

- Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical field.

Nice to Have:

- Experience with Kotlin development in production environments.

- Knowledge of reactive programming paradigms and frameworks like Spring WebFlux.

- Familiarity with serverless architecture patterns and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).

- Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.

- Background in domain-driven design (DDD) and event-sourcing patterns.

- Contributions to open-source projects or personal GitHub portfolio.

- Understanding of infrastructure-as-code practices with tools like Terraform or Ansible.

- Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK stack.

- Knowledge of GraphQL API development alongside traditional REST services.

Why Join Us:

Work with a talented team of engineers on challenging projects that drive real business impact. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while collaborating with professionals who are passionate about quality software development. We offer competitive compensation, continuous learning opportunities, and a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Join us to advance your career while building innovative solutions using modern technologies and best practices.