Java Full Stack Developer (Kafka, Azure)

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Java Developer responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable enterprise applications alongside cloud-native services. The perfect candidate will possess extensive practical experience with Java, Spring Boot, Apache Kafka, and Microsoft Azure, especially Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and implement scalable software solutions and microservices utilizing Java and Spring Boot.
• Develop and manage RESTful APIs and event-driven distributed systems.
• Apply Apache Kafka for real-time messaging and system integration.
• Deploy and oversee containerized applications within Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Utilize Docker, Kubernetes, and Azure platform services for cloud-native application deployment.
• Create and maintain continuous integration/continuous deployment pipelines to automate releases.
• Diagnose and resolve issues concerning applications, integrations, and production environments.
• Work collaboratively with architects, product managers, and engineering teams to deliver solutions that are secure and resilient.
• Participate in code reviews, define engineering best practices, optimize performance, and produce technical documentation.
• Provide support for front-end development tasks using ReactJS when necessary.

Required Skills

• Proficient with Java and Spring Boot framework.
• Deep understanding of microservices principles and RESTful API development.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka's producer-consumer model, topic management, and event-driven integration.
• Experienced in deploying and managing applications on Microsoft Azure cloud platform.
• Strong expertise in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) administration.
• Familiarity with Docker containerization and Kubernetes orchestration.
• Knowledgeable in CI/CD pipeline creation and tools like Git, Maven or Gradle, along with automated testing methodologies.
• Good understanding of securing applications, ensuring scalability and resilience, as well as improving performance engineering.
• A minimum of seven years in software development.
• Demonstrated experience building Java-based enterprise or cloud-native applications.