Backend Developer

Must be local - Hybrid 3 days/week
Must have a valid LinkedIn profile
Duration: 6-12+ month
Skills Overview:
What are the top five skills and number of years of experience required to perform this job?
Java, SpringBoot, Relational/NoSQL DB skils, Kafka, good understanding of event-driven microservices
Position Summary/Job Description:
We are seeking skilled and experienced Senior Engineers to join our team responsible for building event-driven microservices using Java, SpringBoot, Kafka, RabbitMQ, and NoSQL databases in the cloud. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex microservices architectures that meet the demands of our rapidly growing business. As a Senior Engineer, you will also provide technical guidance and mentorship to other members of the team.
Responsibilities:

• Design and develop event-driven microservices using Java (core), SpringBoot, and other technologies like Kafka, RabbitMQ, and NoSQL databases in the cloud.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business requirements and design solutions that meet those needs.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation such as system diagrams, design specifications, and API documentation.
• Work closely with DevOps teams to deploy microservices to production and ensure the proper monitoring and logging is in place.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging of microservices to ensure high-quality and maintainable code.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other members of the team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 6+ years of experience designing and building event-driven microservices using Java, SpringBoot, Kafka, RabbitMQ, and NoSQL databases in the cloud.
• Strong knowledge of software design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Solid understanding of DevOps practices, including continuous integration and delivery.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with other programming languages or frameworks such as Node.js, React.
• Experience with message-based architectures and event-driven programming paradigms.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and tools.

What are some preferred/nice to have skills the manager is looking for?
- Ability to write clean, testable, and maintainable code
- Effectively understand and convey information independently, without relying on guidance from team leaders
- Passion for learning new technologies and staying updated with industry trends