About the Role :

We are looking for a highly skilled Java Backend Developer with strong expertise in Core Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, Node.js, and MySQL. The ideal candidate should have experience building scalable, high-performance backend applications and RESTful APIs in a microservices environment.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.

- Develop and enhance RESTful APIs and microservices for enterprise applications.

- Build and integrate event-driven applications using Apache Kafka.

- Develop and optimize database solutions using MySQL.

- Collaborate with frontend, QA, DevOps, and Product teams to deliver high-quality software.

- Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and optimize application performance.

- Work in Linux environments for deployment, debugging, and operational support.

- Write clean, reusable, and well-documented code while following coding standards and best practices.

- Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and Agile development processes.

- Support CI/CD deployments and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills :

- 5 - 8 years of experience in Java backend development.

- Strong expertise in Core Java, including Multithreading, Synchronization, Collections, JVM, Garbage Collection, and Connection Pooling.

- Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience with Spring Boot and REST API development.

- Strong experience with Node.js.

- Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka for event-driven architectures.

- Strong knowledge of MySQL, query optimization, and database design.

- Good experience working in Linux environments.

- Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.

- Experience with Git and Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Good to Have :

- Working knowledge of AWS services.

- Basic experience with React.js for frontend debugging and minor enhancements.

- Experience with Python for automation or backend scripting.

- Knowledge of Shell Scripting.

- Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines is an advantage.

Candidate Expectations :

- Strong Core Java fundamentals are mandatory.

- Proven experience developing production-grade APIs using Spring Boot.

- Ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.

- Excellent analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.

- Strong communication and collaboration skills.

- Candidates with strong technical depth and hands-on development expertise will be preferred over those with higher years of experience but limited practical exposure.