Senior Backend Developer (Java, Spring Boot, SQL, Kafka)

Trivandrum, Kerala · Hybrid Full-time 7+ years Any Graduate Direct Client hiring Posted 1 month ago💰 Not disclosed

Must Have Skills

JavaSpring BootSQLBackend developmentKafkaBanking/Capital/FinanceREST APIsmessagingqueuesWebSocket-based communicationCapital marketscalable backend servicesserver-side architectureperformancesecuritymaintainabilityrelational databasesCI/CD pipelinesautomated testingdeployment strategiescode reviewstechnical design discussionswritten and verbal communication skillscross-functional stakeholdersDevops, Capital/Banking/Finance

Preferred Skills

We are hiring for a global digital transformation solutions company, and is part of a team delivering technology solutions for a client project. The successful candidate will work closely with client delivery teams and client stakeholders to design, build, and support enterprise-grade applications in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Must-Have Skills

7+ years of hands-on software development experience with Java, Spring Boot, and SQL-based databases
Strong experience building high-performance REST APIs
Experience with messaging, queues, and WebSocket-based communication
Experience designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend services and APIs
Strong knowledge of server-side architecture, performance, security, and maintainability
Experience working with relational databases
Ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions
Experience working across on-premises and cloud environments
Strong troubleshooting and production support skills, including root-cause analysis
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment strategies
Proven ability to mentor and guide developers
Experience in code reviews and technical design discussions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders
Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field

Good-to-Have Skills

Experience leading backend development across multiple projects
Good to have experience in Capital market.
Exposure to backend architecture evolution and evaluation of new technologies
Strong inclination toward modern DevOps practices and collaboration
Ability to drive technical excellence and code quality standards

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Do you have a minimum of 7 years of hands-on software development experience with Java, Spring Boot, and SQL-based databases?Optional

Do you have direct experience working in the Capital Markets, Banking, or Finance domain?Optional

Can you describe your experience in designing and building high-performance REST APIs, including any specific challenges you've overcome related to scalability or latency?Optional

How have you utilized messaging queues (e.g., Kafka) and WebSocket-based communication in your previous backend development projects? Please provide an example.Optional

Describe your experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment strategies. What tools and practices have you implemented to ensure code quality and efficient delivery?Optional

In your experience, what are the key considerations for designing a secure and maintainable server-side architecture, and how do you ensure these are met in your projects?Optional

Have you had experience mentoring or guiding junior developers, and if so, what approach do you take?Optional

How do you approach technical design discussions and code reviews to ensure high-quality solutions and foster collaboration within a team?Optional

Are you open to working with cross-functional stakeholders and client delivery teams to design, build, and support enterprise-grade applications?Optional