Lead I - Software Engineering-java,api development,spring boot,kafka,

Role Description

We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer with deep expertise in API and Microservices development using Java with Spring Boot. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in unit testing, Docker/Kubernetes, and exposure to BDD test cases and event-driven architecture (EDA). Familiarity with AWS services such as Lambda or messaging systems like Kafka is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Java and Spring Boot.

Implement robust unit tests using JUnit and ensure API documentation with Swagger.

Perform API testing and validation using Postman.

Containerize applications using Docker and manage deployments in Kubernetes environments.

Write and maintain BDD test cases for behavior-driven development.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions.

Optimize application performance and ensure security best practices.

Work with EDA patterns and integrate with AWS services (Lambda) or messaging systems like Kafka.

Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to iterative delivery.

Required Skills

6+ years of overall software development experience.

Proficient in Java and Spring Boot for API and microservices development.

Strong experience in unit testing using JUnit.

Hands-on with Swagger and Postman for API documentation and testing.

Practical knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.

Experience writing BDD test cases.

Familiarity with EDA and AWS services (Lambda) or Kafka.

Knowledge of Agile delivery methodologies.

Preferred Skills

Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and version control (Git).

Understanding of security best practices and performance optimization.

Familiarity with cloud-native architectures.

Skills

java,api development,spring boot,kafka,