Senior Application Developer - Java Springboot Kafka

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Java Spring Boot Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java development, hands-on experience with Spring Boot, expertise in Apache Kafka, and a solid understanding of distributed systems. Additionally, familiarity with BPMN tools such as Camunda is a highly desirable skill. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and reliable backend solutions that integrate seamlessly into our distributed application landscape.

Key Responsibilities

Application Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Ensure code quality through rigorous testing, peer code reviews, and adherence to best practices.
  
  

Kafka Integration

• Design and implement real-time data pipelines and messaging solutions using Apache Kafka.
• Develop producer and consumer applications for distributed data streams.
• Optimize Kafka configurations for performance and scalability.
  
  

Distributed Systems

• Design and build distributed systems that ensure fault tolerance, scalability, and high availability.
• Work with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) to deploy and manage distributed applications.
  
  

BPMN Tool Integration (Nice To Have)

• Leverage Camunda or similar BPMN tools to model, execute, and optimize business processes.
• Develop and maintain workflows and integrate them with microservices and other backend systems.
• Support teams in automating workflows and aligning process management with business requirements.
  
  

Collaboration And Communication

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, frontend developers, and DevOps.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions and provide technical guidance.
  
  

Monitoring And Maintenance

• Set up monitoring, logging, and alerting for backend services, Kafka pipelines, and BPMN workflows.
• Proactively identify performance bottlenecks and optimize system performance.
  
  

Continuous Improvement

• Stay updated on the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies related to Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, distributed systems, and BPMN tools.
• Contribute to the improvement of development processes and team productivity.
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Programming Languages: Strong proficiency in Java (7-+) and overall experience must be 7 to 12 Years.
• Frameworks: Extensive experience with Spring Boot and related Spring frameworks (Spring Data, Spring Security, etc.).
• Messaging Systems: In-depth knowledge of Apache Kafka (setup, topics, partitions, offsets, schemas, Kafka Streams, etc.).
• Distributed Systems: Solid understanding of distributed system architecture, scalability, and fault tolerance.
• Databases: Experience with both relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• APIs: Expertise in building RESTful and/or gRPC APIs.
• Cloud & DevOps: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Version Control: Proficiency with Git and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot distributed systems.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Camunda or other BPMN tools for process modeling and workflow automation.
• Hands-on experience with Kafka Connect, Kafka Streams, or Confluent Platform.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and tools like Istio, Envoy, or service mesh solutions.
• Familiarity with caching mechanisms (e.g., Redis, Memcached).
• Understanding of event-driven architectures and patterns.
• Exposure to monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Elasticsearch.
  
  

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for learning and staying up-to-date with emerging technologies.
  
  

Educational Background

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  
  

Employee Type

Permanent

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