Ideal Candidate Snapshot The perfect candidate is a seasoned Java veteran with at least 8 years of experience, specifically focused on backend systems rather than front-end design. They must be a "heavy lifter" in the AWS cloud environment and possess the leadership maturity to guide a team through complex deployments. They should have a track record of building systems that can handle large amounts of data without failing.
Resume Review Guide Java Depth: Look for Java 17 or recent versions. Ensure their experience is backend-focused (APIs, databases, server-side logic) rather than just UI/UX.
Cloud Proficiency: Identify specific AWS services like Kinesis, DynamoDB, and SQS. This indicates they understand modern, scalable data flow.
Leadership Evidence: Look for titles like "Lead," "Senior," or "Architect." Check for mentions of mentoring, code reviews, or "establishing best practices."
Stability & Industry: Prior experience in manufacturing, logistics, or large-scale enterprise environments is a major plus.
Education: Confirm a Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Typical Role Progression Previous Roles: Senior Java Developer, Backend Engineer, Systems Architect.
Future Roles: Solutions Architect, Engineering Manager, Principal Engineer.
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