Lead Software Engineer - Microservices and Kafka

Office in India: Pune,

Java

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We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Microservices and Kafka to drive the development and maintenance of Java-based applications.

This role requires deep expertise in Java, microservices architecture, and Kafka integration, as well as strong collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Java-based applications using Spring framework
Design and implement microservices following best practices and architectural principles
Integrate with Kafka for messaging between microservices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and implement solutions
Ensure code quality through unit testing and test automation using JUnit, mocking frameworks and Gherkin
Adhere to best practices and guidelines for the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Collaborate with peers on code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Utilize GitLab for version control and collaboration

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
8-12 years of overall experience in software engineering
8+ years of experience in Java development
Strong understanding and hands-on experience with Java 11 or higher
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
Strong hands-on experience working with Spring framework (Spring core, MVC)
Knowledge of microservices architecture and design patterns
Proficiency in Kafka for messaging
Familiarity with MongoDB for data storage
Experience with test automation using JUnit, mocking frameworks and Gherkin
Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) principles
Experience using GitLab for version control and collaboration