Lead Java Developer - Spring Boot

Description :

Key Responsibilities :

Development & Architecture :

- Develop and maintain high-volume, resilient Java-based microservices utilizing Spring Boot 3.0+ and modern software design patterns.

- Design, implement, and document RESTful APIs for seamless system integrations and robust data exchange.

- Implement and manage event-driven architecture using Kafka for messaging and streaming services.

Data Management :

- Design, optimize, and maintain high-performance, scalable relational databases, specifically PostgreSQL.

- Ensure data integrity and performance through effective querying, indexing, and schema design.

Cloud & DevOps :

- Deploy, manage, and scale applications on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), specifically using Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).

- Implement and maintain robust Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar for automated testing, building, and deployment.

- Work closely with DevOps practices to monitor and troubleshoot production environments.

Collaboration & Quality :

- Actively collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams (Product Managers, QAs, other Engineers) to define, design, and ship new features.

- Ensure high standards for application security, reliability, performance, and operational excellence in production.

- Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and mentoring junior team members.

Must-Have Skills & Experience :

Programming & Frameworks :

- Expert-level proficiency in Java 17+ and the Spring Boot 3.0+ framework.

- Extensive experience designing, developing, and deploying scalable Microservices architectures.

API & Messaging :

- Strong background in RESTful API development and design principles.

- Proven experience working with Kafka for developing real-time, event-driven applications, including producer and consumer development.

Database :

- Deep understanding of relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL, including complex query optimization, indexing, and advanced schema design.

Cloud & Containers :

- Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

- Practical experience deploying and managing applications on Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).

Tools & Methodologies :

- Proficiency in implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD).

- Solid understanding and experience working in Agile/Scrum and DevOps environments.

Good-to-Have Skills :

- Experience with Docker for containerizing applications.

- Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or the ELK stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana).

- Exposure to or basic knowledge of modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular).

Education & Qualifications :

- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

- Typically requires 5+ years of experience in software development, with a significant focus on Java and cloud-native services.