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Job Role: Sr. Java Backend Architect

Location: San Jose CA
Experience: 15+ Years
Mandatory Skills: Senior Java Backend Architect, Kafka, Spring Boot, Kubernetes, Cloud, NoSQL databases, API, Devops, CI/CD pipelines, TDD

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Java Backend Architect to join our dynamic engineering team. As a Senior Architect, you will lead the design, architecture, and implementation of microservices-based architectures using Java Spring Boot, Kafka, NoSQL databases, and Kubernetes and Python. You will drive the backend development strategy for scalable, high-performance applications and ensure alignment with modern architectural principles such as API-led design, middleware integration, and Test-Driven Development (TDD). This role is perfect for someone with a strong background in backend architecture and the ability to drive architectural decisions across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture and design of robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems using Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and Kubernetes.
• Implement Kafka for real-time data streaming and event-driven architecture to ensure scalability and high availability.
• Design and implement API-led integration strategies, including the use of REST and SOAP web services, as well as developing middleware solutions to facilitate smooth communication across systems.
• Guide the development and integration of NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Elasticsearch) to support high-volume, low-latency applications.
• Define and enforce API design principles and standards, ensuring the scalability, security, and maintainability of backend services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (front-end, product, and DevOps) to design end-to-end solutions and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Leverage DevOps practices to implement continuous integration, delivery, and deployment pipelines that ensure high-quality software releases.
• Advocate for and practice Test-Driven Development (TDD), ensuring robust unit, integration, and system tests are in place for all backend components.
• Provide hands-on leadership and mentorship to the development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and architectural guidelines.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues, perform root cause analysis, and provide solutions for high-impact problems.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in backend development, microservices architecture, and cloud platforms, bringing innovative solutions to the team.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of internal and external API documentation, ensuring ease of use and clarity for consumers.

Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 5+ years in backend architecture and Java development.
• Strong experience in Java Spring Boot, including design and development of microservices and API-driven applications.
• Expertise in Kafka and other messaging platforms for building event-driven and real-time applications.
• Solid understanding of NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, Elasticsearch) and experience in choosing the right database solutions for specific use cases.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration, ensuring the deployment, scaling, and management of backend services.
• Extensive experience with API-led design and integration, using REST and SOAP APIs, with a deep understanding of middleware and SOA principles.
• Proficient in implementing DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and monitoring tools.
• In-depth knowledge of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and experience implementing comprehensive test suites for backend services.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and experience deploying scalable systems in cloud environments.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on scalability, performance, and reliability.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior and mid-level engineers.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with containerization (Docker) and microservices architecture in production environments.
• Familiarity with Reactive programming frameworks (e.g., Spring Web Flux).
• Knowledge of API gateways and service mesh architectures (e.g., Istio, Envoy).
• Experience with monitoring and logging solutions such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, or Splunk.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).

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