Senior Java Developer / Lead Java Developer

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Java Developer with a strong command of Object-Oriented Design (OOD) principles and extensive hands-on experience in Core Java, J2EE, REST & SOAP-based Web Services, and Spring Boot. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and reliable web-based applications, with a focus on Microservices architecture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Application Design & Development: Lead the design, architecture, and coding of web-based applications using Core Java and J2EE technologies.
• Object-Oriented Design: Apply OOD principles to design clean, maintainable, and reusable code.
• Web Services: Design and implement RESTful and SOAP-based web services to support application integration and communication.
• MVC Framework: Utilize Model-View-Controller (MVC) design patterns to develop scalable and maintainable web applications using frameworks such as Spring MVC, Struts, or others.
• Database Development: Develop and optimize data models, queries, and transactions using at least one SQL (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle) or NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra) database technology.
• Microservices Architecture: Develop, deploy, and maintain applications following Microservices architecture using Spring Boot, ensuring modularity and scalability.
• UI Development (Optional): Collaborate with front-end teams, and if required, work on UI-based technologies like AngularJS to deliver a seamless user experience.
• Performance Optimization: Identify performance bottlenecks and optimize code, database interactions, and service integrations for maximum performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with business analysts, product owners, and stakeholders to understand functional requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Agile Methodologies: Participate in Agile development processes, including daily scrums, sprint planning, and retrospectives, to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality solutions.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership, mentor junior developers, and ensure coding best practices are followed across the team.
• Documentation & Code Reviews: Ensure proper documentation is maintained for all solutions, and conduct regular code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• 8-12 years of experience in designing and developing web-based applications.
• Proficiency in Core Java and J2EE technologies.
• Expertise in Object-Oriented Design (OOD) principles and best practices.
• Strong experience in developing RESTful and SOAP-based Web Services.
• Hands-on experience with at least one MVC framework (e.g., Spring MVC, Struts, JSF, etc.).
• Solid database knowledge and experience with SQL (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL) or NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Experience with Spring Boot and Microservices architecture for developing distributed applications.
• Exposure to front-end frameworks like AngularJS or similar UI technologies (a plus).
• Experience with version control systems such as Git, build tools like Maven/Gradle, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes (preferred).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative environment.