Senior Associate - Java Developer

Job Description

Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Java Developer to design and develop scalable backend systems using Spring Boot and Microservices architecture. The ideal candidate will also have hands-on experience with Apache Kafka for building real-time data pipelines and event-driven systems. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain backend services using Java , Spring Boot , and Microservices architecture. Design and implement RESTful APIs and integrate with frontend or other services. Build and manage Kafka producers, consumers, and Kafka Streams for real-time data processing. Ensure high availability , scalability , and performance of microservices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, QA, and frontend developers. Implement unit testing , integration testing , and participate in code reviews. Monitor and troubleshoot production issues using logging and monitoring tools. Work with Docker , Kubernetes , and CI/CD pipelines for deployment and automation. Maintain documentation for services, APIs, and Kafka stream topologies. Required Skills: Strong proficiency in Java 8+ , Spring Boot , and Spring Cloud . Experience in Microservices architecture and API Gateway patterns. Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka , including Kafka Streams , Kafka Connect , and Schema Registry . Familiarity with message serialization formats like Avro or Protobuf. Good understanding of event-driven architecture and asynchronous communication . Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB). Knowledge of Docker , Kubernetes , and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab). Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is a plus.