As a Software Development Engineer 2, you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust backend systems that form the backbone of Tesco's retail ecosystem. You will work closely with cross-functional product and engineering teams to translate complex business requirements into high-performance, scalable microservices. Your contributions will directly impact the shopping experience for millions of users, ensuring that our platforms remain resilient, efficient, and capable of handling high-volume traffic during peak retail periods.

Key Responsibilities :

- Architect and develop scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot to support high-traffic retail applications.

- Design and implement secure REST APIs that facilitate seamless communication between frontend interfaces and backend data services.

- Integrate event-driven architectures using Kafka to ensure real-time data processing and system synchronization across distributed platforms.

- Optimize existing backend services for performance, latency, and reliability to improve overall system throughput.

- Collaborate with engineering leads and stakeholders to conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and enforce best practices in software craftsmanship.

- Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining high availability for business-critical systems.

Required Skillset :

- Demonstrated expertise in building enterprise-grade applications using Java and the Spring Boot framework.

- Proven ability to design and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices architectures in a cloud-native environment.

- Strong proficiency in implementing event-driven patterns using Kafka for asynchronous communication.

- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, coordinating with global teams to deliver high-quality software increments.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of delivering technical solutions within a fast-paced retail or e-commerce domain.

- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both engineering peers and non-technical stakeholders