Design, build, and maintain scalable Java backend services and RESTful/SOAP APIs within a microservices architecture. Optimize performance, ensure security and high availability, integrate third-party services, participate in architecture decisions, conduct code reviews, troubleshoot production issues, and collaborate with frontend and product teams.
We are looking for an experienced Java Backend Developer with expertise in API development to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of backend systems and be proficient in building scalable, high-performance APIs. You will work closely with front-end developers, architects, and other stakeholders to design, develop, and maintain backend services.
Key Responsibilities:- Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust backend services using Java.
- Build and maintain RESTful APIs to support web and mobile applications.
- Optimize the performance of backend systems to ensure low-latency and high availability.
- Collaborate with front-end developers and product teams to define and deliver new features.
- Ensure the security, performance, and scalability of APIs.
- Integrate with third-party APIs and services.
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices (e.g., version control, CI/CD pipelines).
- Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
- Troubleshoot and debug production issues across services and databases.
- Contribute to architecture discussions and decisions for new features and systems.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in backend development and APIs.
- Strong experience with Java (Java 8 or higher) and object-oriented programming principles.
- Proficiency in API design and development (REST, SOAP).
- Experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC).
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture.
- Knowledge of database technologies (SQL/NoSQL) like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
- Understanding of authentication/authorization mechanisms (OAuth, JWT).
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex systems.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Experience with Kafka or other messaging queues.
- Knowledge of event-driven architectures.
- Experience with Agile methodologies.
- Exposure to TDD/BDD (Test Driven Development/Behavior Driven Development).
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