Java Backend Developer

Title: Java Backend Developer

Location: Columbus, OH - Onsite

Duration: Long Term

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain backend services using Java with Spring Boot (2.7 or higher), incorporating robust security practices with Spring Security (5.x preferred). Understanding of Oauth and JWT is a plus.

Understanding of reactive programming techniques and ability to utilize Spring WebFlux for building non-blocking, reactive applications and enhancing system responsiveness and resilience.

Manage Kafka-based event-driven architectures, including event streaming, topic creation, configuration, and Spring Boot integration with Kafka.

Hands-on experience creating custom Kafka producers and consumers using Java and Spring Boot for effective message processing and handling.

Gain familiarity with Confluent Cloud to enhance our Kafka implementation (preferred).

Strong understanding of implementing and maintaining data management solutions with MyBatis, JDBC, and SQL.

Efficiently deploy applications on Tomcat, ensuring high availability and performance.

Use Maven for dependency management and Docker for containerization of applications.

Proficient in Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration and application scaling.

Adhere to test-driven development practices to ensure code quality and maintainability.

Experience in developing CI pipelines using GitLab CI and managing deployments with Helm is preferred.

Qualifications:

Experience in backend development, specifically with Java, Kafka and Spring WebFlux.

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.

Strong understanding of reactive programming concepts and their application in Spring WebFlux.

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Strong communication and collaboration skills.