Java Developer – Cloud & Microservices

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Java Developer with strong experience in Spring Boot microservices, cloud-native development, and DevOps practices. The ideal candidate will be proficient in building scalable, resilient applications using Java and modern frameworks, deployed on Azure Cloud platforms including AKS and Cosmos DB. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deliver enterprise-grade solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and maintain microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Develop and deploy cloud-native applications on Azure, leveraging AKS and Cosmos DB.
• Integrate and manage real-time messaging solutions with Apache Kafka.
• Apply DevOps practices: CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and infrastructure automation.
• Use Docker to containerize applications and manage deployments using Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Leverage PCF (Pivotal Cloud Foundry) or equivalent cloud platforms for scalable deployments.
• Perform code versioning and collaboration using GitHub.
• Utilize Maven/Gradle for build automation and dependency management.
• Write robust unit and integration tests using JUnit.
• Work in Agile/Scrum teams, contributing to sprint planning, code reviews, and retrospectives.
• Use IDEs such as Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA for efficient development.

Required Skills & Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in Java backend development.
• Expertise in Spring Boot and microservices architecture.
• Strong experience with Azure Cloud (AKS, Cosmos DB, DevOps tools).
• Hands-on knowledge of PCF, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Experience with Kafka for stream processing and messaging.
• Proficiency with Gradle or Maven, and GitHub for SCM.
• Familiarity with DevOps concepts and practices, including CI/CD.
• Solid understanding of unit testing and TDD using JUnit.
• Comfortable using IDEs such as Eclipse or IntelliJ.

Preferred Certifications:
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204)
• Pivotal Certified Spring Professional
• Confluent Certified Developer for Apache Kafka
• Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
• Docker Certified Associate (DCA)
• Oracle Certified Professional: Java SE Developer

Nice to Have:
• Experience with Azure DevOps pipelines or GitHub Actions.
• Familiarity with Terraform or ARM templates for infrastructure provisioning.
• Experience with observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor).