Sr. Java Kafka Developer / Lead _ NC

We are looking to hire a Sr. Java Kafka Developer / Lead / Architect in Atlanta, GA / Newark, DE / Charlotte, NC / Wilmington, DE / Jacksonville, FL / Pittsburgh, PA / Dallas, TX.

Our challenge

The Associate Principal Java is a senior technical role responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex Java-based systems and applications. They lead and mentor a team of Java developers and work closely with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, such as DevOps, Data Engineering, and Product Management, to ensure smooth integration and delivery of Kafka-based solutions.

Location: Atlanta, GA / Jacksonville, FL / Newark, DE / Wilmington, DE / Charlotte, NC / Pittsburgh, PA / Dallas, TX

The Role:

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for designing and developing scalable and high-performance systems using Core Java with Confluent or Apache Kafka
• Integrate Apache Kafka with various systems and applications to enable real-time data streaming and event-driven architecture.
• Analyzing and optimizing the performance of Kafka clusters and related components
• Backend development with Java and Spring Boot, Microservices.
• Should be able to implement a "power curve rules engine" using Java programming.
• Providing technical guidance and leadership to development teams, promoting best practices, and conducting code reviews.
• Ensure the quality of software deliverables and adherence to coding standards.
• Collaborate with other technical teams and departments to align software solutions with overall business goals.
• Keep up-to-date with emerging Java technologies and trends

Requirements:

You are:

• Typically, a successful candidate will have 10 + years of experience in Java development, with a proven track record of delivering complex Java-based systems and applications.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java and its related technologies, such as Spring, Hibernate, and other Java frameworks.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and software development processes
• Experience with software architecture and design patterns
• Strong Java development skills
• Knowledge of Java frameworks and technologies, such as Spring and Hibernate
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of Java developers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong understanding of software development processes, such as Agile

It would be great if you also had:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Good Communication Skills

We can offer you:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package
• A multinational organization with 48 offices in 19 countries and the possibility to work abroad
• Laptop and a mobile phone
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)
• Maternity & Paternity leave plans
• A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)
• Retirement savings plans
• A higher education certification policy
• Commuter benefits (varies by region)
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms
• A flat and approachable organization
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.