JAVA Developer

Responsibilities

1. Design and develop high-quality software solutions using Java Spring Boot 3.1 as the backend framework and NextJS with TailwindCSS for frontend development.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
3. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code that adheres to industry best practices and coding standards.
4. Implement and maintain secure and scalable RESTfuI APIs and microservices using Spring Boot.
5. Build responsive UI components using NextJS and TailwindCSS, ensuring a seamless user experience.
6. Create and optimize database schemas, queries, and procedures using PostgreSQL for efficient data storage and retrieval.
7. Perform code reviews to ensure code quality, scalability, and maintainability.
8. Collaborate with system engineers to deploy applications to Kubernetes cluster, and continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) processes.
9. Troubleshoot and debug production issues, and provide timely resolutions.

Key Result Areas

1. Software Development: Successfully design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions using Java Spring Boot, NextJS with TailwindCSS, and PostgreSQL. Deliver efficient and scalable code that meets business requirements and adheres to industry best practices.
2. Technical Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, NextJS, TailwindCSS and PostgreSQL. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends. Apply technical knowledge to drive innovation and enhance software development processes.
3. API and Microservices Department: Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices using Spring Boot. Ensure seamless integration and interoperability of various system components. Maintain security and performance standards for API development.
4. Database Design: Develop and optimise database schemas, queries and procedures using PostgreSQL. Ensure data integrity, performance, and scalability. Implement best practices for data storage, retrieval, and indexing.
5. Deployment and Production: Collaborate with DevOps engineers to deploy applications to a Kubernetes cluster. Contribute to the CI/CD processes, ensuring smooth and efficient deployments. Troubleshoot and resolve production issues promptly.
6. Mentoring: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning within team. Share knowledge and promote best practices to enhance the overall team performance.
7. Communication and Collaboration: Effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers and QA engineers. Participate in meetings, provide timely updates, and contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment.

Requirements

1. Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
2. 2 – 5 years of proven experience as a Software Developer, with a focus on Java Spring Boot and NextJS.
3. Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and related frameworks/libraries.
4. Solid understanding of frontend development using NextJS and proficiency with modern frontend technologies such as TailwindCSS.
5. Experience in designing and developing RESTful APls and microservices.
6. Proficiency in working with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL.
7. Familiarity with containerization technologies, preferably Kubernetes, and deploying applications to a Kubernetes cluster.
8. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex issues in a distributed system.
9. Knowledge of software development best practices such as CMMi, including code reviews, testing methodologies, and CI/CD processes.