Senior Java Backend Developer

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior Java Backend Developer with strong expertise in Java 17+, Spring Boot 3.x, REST API development, and Microservices Architecture. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, deploying, and supporting scalable backend applications in a cloud environment. The role requires hands-on experience with AWS services, CI/CD pipelines, database technologies, and production support activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend applications using Java 17+ and Spring Boot 3.x.
• Develop and integrate scalable RESTful APIs following industry best practices.
• Build and maintain applications based on Microservices Architecture.
• Implement secure, reliable, and scalable backend solutions.
• Work with AWS cloud services including ECS, EC2, RDS, and CloudWatch for application deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitLab and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to automate build, deployment, and release processes.
• Work with Oracle and SQL databases, including database design, queries, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Perform code reviews, debugging, performance tuning, and application enhancements.
• Provide Production Support / BAU Support for business-critical applications.
• Manage incidents, perform root cause analysis (RCA), and implement permanent fixes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA, DevOps, Product Owners, and Business stakeholders.

Required Skills & Experience

• 6+ years of experience in Java Backend Development.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java 17+.
• Extensive experience with Spring Boot 3.x.
• Strong understanding of REST API development and integration.
• Proven experience working with Microservices Architecture.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services:
• Amazon ECS
• Amazon EC2
• Amazon RDS
• Amazon CloudWatch
• Experience with GitLab CI/CD pipelines and automation.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts.
• Strong SQL skills with experience in Oracle databases.
• Experience in production application support and incident management.
• Good understanding of Agile development methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Good to Have

• Experience with container technologies such as Docker/Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools.
• Exposure to enterprise-scale applications and high-availability systems.