Senior Java Backend Developer

Engineering @ GoTo
We are looking for a highly skilled Java Backend Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable backend systems that power our applications. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to build high-performance APIs, optimize workflows, and ensure seamless integration of our backend services.

Your Day to Day

•  Design, develop, and deploy scalable, secure, and maintainable backend applications using Java and related technologies.

• Build and maintain RESTful APIs, web services, or microservices for seamless integration with frontend and third-party systems.

• Integrate and work with databases (SQL/NoSQL) such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or equivalent.  

• Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to design efficient, reusable, and scalable backend solutions.

• Participate in system and API design reviews, providing insights to ensure the best quality solutions.

• Implement design patterns, best practices, and adhere to coding standards (e.g., SOLID principles, DRY, etc.).  

• Optimize application performance, including query optimization and caching to improve scalability and latency.

• Debug and troubleshoot complex technical issues related to memory, CPU, and distributed systems.  

• Write and maintain effective unit tests, integration tests, and other automated testing solutions.

• Collaborate with QA engineers to ensure the backend code is bug-free and ready for deployment.  

• Ensure backend systems adhere to security best practices, minimizing vulnerabilities and protecting sensitive data.

• Implement authentication, authorization, and other security layers using frameworks like Spring Security or equivalent.  

• Collaborate with frontend developers, product teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical tasks.

• Actively participate in scrum meetings, sprint planning, and code reviews, providing constructive feedback.  

• Take ownership of the CI/CD pipelines for deploying backend services efficiently and reliably.

• Monitor and maintain deployed services, ensuring high availability and uptime.

• Implement observability tools such as logging, monitoring, and alerting to deliver operational excellence.  

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in the Java ecosystem and backend technologies.

• Mentor junior developers by sharing knowledge, conducting code reviews, and promoting technical excellence.

Preferred Skills: 

 Technical Skills:

• Proficient in  Java  and frameworks such as  Spring Boot, Hibernate, JPA .

• Expertise in relational databases ( MySQL, PostgreSQL ) or NoSQL databases ( MongoDB, DynamoDB ).

• Hands-on experience with microservices architecture and tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ).

• Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.).

• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud is a plus.

• Strong understanding of multi-threading, concurrency, event-driven architecture, and API design. 

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to debug and resolve complex technical issues.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 5+ years of professional experience in backend development using Java  and related frameworks.

• Demonstrated expertise in building scalable and secure backend systems.  

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