Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable backend systems using Java.
• Implement data persistence layers using JDBC, and integrate with messaging systems like JMS and Apache Kafka.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs to support front-end and third-party integrations.
• Optimize system performance and ensure high availability and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers as needed.
• Follow Agile methodologies and participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Must-Have Skills:

• Strong core Java development experience
• Proficiency in JDBC and JMS
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka
• Experience working with HTTP-based RESTful APIs
• Good understanding of multithreading, memory management, and backend performance tuning

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Spring Boot or other Java frameworks
• Knowledge of microservices architecture
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Working knowledge of relational databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle
• Exposure to containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes