The Core Engineering-Compliance, Senior Backend Engineer (Java & ETL Specialist), Vice President, Dallas

Key Responsibilities1. Backend & Microservices DevelopmentDesign, develop, and implement scalable, resilient microservices using Java and Spring Boot.Apply domain-driven design (DDD) principles to ensure service isolation and maintainability.Optimize application performance for low latency and high throughput.2. ETL & Data Pipeline EngineeringArchitect and maintain complex ETL/ELT workflows utilizing Spring Batch.Configure batch components for high-volume data ingestion and intricate transformations.Implement advanced batch features, including job partitioning, multi-threaded steps, and custom fault-tolerance policies (skip/retry logic).3. API Design & SecurityDevelop and document RESTful APIs that facilitate seamless data exchange between internal systems and external partners.Enforce rigorous security standards using Spring Security, OAuth2, and JWT.Ensure high availability and reliability of public-facing and internal endpoints.4. Messaging & Real-Time StreamingBuild event-driven architectures using Kafka or RabbitMQ.Implement real-time data triggers and stream processing to support asynchronous system communication.5. Database Management & OptimizationDemonstrate SQL Mastery by designing efficient schemas and writing complex queries for data analysis.Perform database performance tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimization to handle large-scale datasetsRequired Skills & QualificationsExperience: 7 or more years of professional experience in backend software engineering.Java Mastery: Deep understanding of Java (8+) and core Spring Framework concepts.Spring Ecosystem: Expert-level proficiency in Spring Boot and Spring Batch.Data Engineering: Proven track record of building production-grade ETL pipelines.Messaging: Hands-on experience with message brokers (Kafka preferred) for distributed systems.Database: Advanced knowledge of Relational Databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle, or SQL Server) and complex SQL.Security: Solid understanding of API security best practices and web vulnerabilities (OWASP).Tools: Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins/GitLab).Preferred QualificationsExperience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).Knowledge of NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra).Familiarity with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK Stack.

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