Senior Java Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.

• Drive architectural decisions and contribute to the technical direction of the platform.

• Build and operate distributed systems running in cloud and hybrid environments.

• Develop event-driven solutions using Kafka and related messaging technologies.

• Design, optimize, and support PostgreSQL databases.

• Improve platform performance, scalability, and reliability.

• Collaborate with engineers across Agile teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

• Contribute to code reviews, technical documentation, and engineering best practices.

• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate delivery and improve code quality.

Requirements

• Strong experience with Java 21+ and the Spring ecosystem.

• Deep understanding of microservices architecture, distributed systems, and clean code principles.

• Hands-on experience with Azure or other cloud platforms.

• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and containerized environments.

• Experience with Kafka, Event Hubs, or similar messaging technologies.

• Experience designing and optimizing PostgreSQL databases.

• Strong Git and GitHub workflow knowledge.

• Experience using GitHub Copilot, Gemini, Claude, or similar AI development tools in daily engineering work.

• Linux fundamentals and scripting experience.

• Good understanding of networking concepts and protocols.

• Fluent English.

Nice to Have

• CI/CD and DevOps experience.

• Strong troubleshooting and performance optimization skills.

• Experience working in lab or test environments.

• Ability to mentor engineers and drive technical discussions.

• Experience creating and maintaining architectural documentation.

• Consulting or contractor experience within Agile teams.

Technology Stack

Java 21+, Spring Boot, Kafka, Event Hubs, PostgreSQL, Kubernetes, Azure, GitHub, Linux, GitHub Copilot, Gemini, Claude, CI/CD.