Java developer-3 to 5 yrs-Remote-Contract

Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java-based microservices using Spring Boot
• Implement streaming solutions with Apache Kafka (producers, consumers, streams)
• Design, optimize, and maintain MS SQL and Oracle databases—including stored procedures and query tuning
• Build RESTful APIs and integrate services in event-driven architectures
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum processes
• Ensure high system performance, availability, reliability, and security
• Write unit and integration tests (e.g., JUnit, Mockito)
• Leverage CI/CD pipelines with tools like Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes

Required Skills & Experience

• Java (8/11+): 3–5 years of hands-on developmentvirtusa.com+1timesjobs.com+1careers.cognizant.com+2virtusa.com+2careers.cognizant.com+2virtusa.com
• Spring ecosystem: Spring Boot, MVC, Data JPA, Securityvirtusa.com+1virtusa.com+1
• Apache Kafka: experience with producers/consumers, stream API, brokers, topics, partitionscutshort.io
• Databases: strong SQL skills with Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle (PL/SQL, indexing, query tuning)timesjobs.com+5virtusa.com+5virtusa.com+5
• API design: RESTful services, JSON/XML serialization
• Microservices and event-driven architectureglassdoor.co.invirtusa.com+5virtusa.com+5virtusa.com+5
• Testing tools: JUnit, Mockito, plus familiarity with Postman/Swagger
• DevOps basics: version control (Git), CI/CD (Jenkins/GitLab), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)virtusa.com+3virtusa.com+3careers.wipro.com+3
• Soft skills: strong problem-solving, communication, teamwork; able to mentor junior members

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with Kafka Streams, Kafka Connect, Schema Registrycutshort.io+3virtusa.com+3virtusa.com+3
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
• Familiarity with monitoring/logging tools like Splunk or ELK stack
• Understanding of front-end frameworks (e.g., Angular, React)

Job Types: Full-time, Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Work from home

Location Type:

• Remote

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote