Java Developer (Kafka) - Interfell (Remote)

Java Developer (Kafka)

The Java Developer (Kafka) is responsible for developing and maintaining streaming-based microservices and data integration solutions. This role focuses on building reliable ingestion services, ensuring efficient message processing, and supporting scalable event-driven architectures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain microservices using Java
• Implement and support event-driven architectures using Kafka or similar technologies
• Configure and manage message producers and consumers
• Ensure reliable data ingestion and event processing
• Deploy and maintain containerized applications
• Support CI/CD pipelines for service deployment
• Optimize streaming performance and processing latency
• Integrate services with cloud-based data platforms
• Collaborate with DevOps and Data Engineering teams
• Ensure secure communication and configuration management

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience in backend development using Java
• Knowledge of event-driven and streaming architectures
• Experience working with Kafka or similar messaging systems
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Familiarity with Docker and containerized deployments
• Understanding of CI/CD practices
• Experience integrating services with cloud environments

Nice to Have

• Experience with Spring Boot
• Knowledge of Jenkins or similar CI/CD tools
• Experience with AWS or other cloud providers
• Familiarity with networking and security concepts
• Experience optimizing streaming performance

Soft Skills

• Technical problem-solving skills
• Collaborative mindset
• Results-oriented approach
• Strong communication skills