Senior Backend Engineer - Java Technologies

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

• 7+ 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, Microservices

• Preferring candidates from Kerala and Tamil Nadu (ref:hirist.tech)