Java Developer

Position: Java Developer
Contract: W2 Only

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-level applications using Java, Spring Boot, and related frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, perform impact analysis, and deliver scalable backend and frontend solutions.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs, microservices, and middleware components with internal and external systems.
• Develop complex business logic, data processing pipelines, and batch jobs using Java, Spring Batch, or similar tools.
• Optimize application performance through profiling, refactoring, and database query tuning.
• Implement front-end features using JavaScript frameworks like React or Angular when required.
• Participate in code reviews, unit/integration testing, and production deployments following CI/CD best practices.
• Use source control systems like Git for version management and collaboration.
• Work within Agile or hybrid Agile/Waterfall development methodologies.
• Troubleshoot production issues, debug errors, and provide timely fixes in high-availability environments.
• Collaborate on modernization initiatives involving cloud migration, containerization, or API-first approaches.

Required Skills

• 12 years of professional experience in Java application development.
• Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, RESTful API design, and microservices architecture.
• Hands-on experience with relational databases (e.g., Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL) and SQL optimization.
• Familiar with messaging technologies like Kafka, RabbitMQ, or JMS.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile practices.
• Experience with unit testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito) and integration testing.
• Exposure to front-end technologies such as JavaScript, HTML, CSS, React, or Angular.
• Proficient in Git, branching strategies, and version control best practices.

Nice-to-Have

• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).
• Experience with DevOps pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases like MongoDB or Cassandra.
• Understanding of security best practices for API and data handling.
• Exposure to API gateways and service mesh technologies.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills with a focus on delivering robust, maintainable code.
• Excellent communication skills for working with product owners, business analysts, and QA teams.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and changing business needs.
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and committed to producing high-quality deliverables in fast-paced environments.