Senior Java Backend Developer

Client is seeking a Senior Java Backend Developer with deep expertise in enterprise level application development. This role focuses heavily on building out modern microservices-based and event driven architecture to migrate a legacy system to Azure. The position includes both new development and light production support for a mission-critical system.

Skills:

• Java (versions 8-17)
• Spring Boot (Spring Data, Spring Cloud, Spring Security, etc)
• Hibernate (JPA, HQL, JPQL, Criteria, tuning, troubleshooting)
• Web Services (SOAP and REST APIs)
• Strong familiarity with Kafka- producer and consumer and distributed systems concepts
• Strong experience with Mongo DB, Oracle/SQL Server and database connectivity
• Experience with WebLogic, JUnit/Mockito, Git, Gradle/Ant, IntelliJ/Eclipse
• Containerization- Docker and Kubernetes
• JWT/OAuth
• Azure and Azure DevOps- used for project and backlog tracking.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop clean, efficient, testable backend code.

• Enhance and maintain data access layers and system performance.
• Contribute to design discussions and modernization initiatives.
• Work independently with proactive problem-solving.

• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Adapts quickly and works independently.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or similar field.
• 10+ years of experience in an enterprise level environment.