Software Engineer – Java Backend (Spring Boot & REST APIs)

Office in Hyderabad, Pune

Java

We are seeking a talented Java Backend Developer with deep expertise in Spring Boot and REST APIs to join our team and contribute to the development of high-quality software solutions. In this role, you will work on innovative projects, leveraging modern technologies and best practices to deliver scalable and efficient applications. You will collaborate with a dynamic team to solve complex challenges and drive business success.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Java-based applications, ensuring high performance and scalability
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and implement new features
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices and standards
Design, develop, and integrate REST APIs to ensure seamless communication between systems
Optimize application performance and troubleshoot technical issues as they arise
Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge within the team
Contribute to the design and implementation of microservices architecture
Ensure proper documentation of code, processes, and system designs
Work within Agile/Scrum teams, participating in sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups
Stay updated on emerging technologies and apply them to improve software development processes

Requirements

4 to 6 years of experience in software development
3+ years of experience in Java, preferably Java 8 or higher
Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles
Hands-on experience with functional programming features like Streams and Lambdas
Practical knowledge of Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA/Hibernate, and Spring Cloud for microservices
Experience in designing, building, and consuming REST APIs
Familiarity with JSON and creating Swagger/OpenAPI documentation
Expertise in relational databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, or similar
Proficiency in writing and optimizing SQL queries
Experience with build tools like Maven or Gradle
Knowledge of version control systems like Git (GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket)
Experience with testing frameworks such as JUnit, Mockito, and Spring Test
Familiarity with tools like Postman, IntelliJ/Eclipse, and JIRA
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Awareness of code quality standards and documentation practices
Proficiency in English (written and spoken) at a B2 level or higher

Nice to have

Experience with Spring Security
Familiarity with Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes
Knowledge of Logback/SLF4J, ELK stack, and monitoring tools like Prometheus/Grafana