Sr. Backend Developer (Java Spring Boot)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Develops software solutions by studying information needs, conferring with users, studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes. - Investigating problem areas and following the software development lifecycle. - Designing, developing, and testing server-side logic by developing high-quality, reusable, and scalable code using Java Spring Boot and other advanced backend technologies. - Documents and demonstrates solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments, and clear code. - Build and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Java code. - Improve and optimize the performance of existing components and systems. - Updates job knowledge by studying state-of-the-art development tools, programming techniques, and computing equipment. - Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues by constantly looking for ways to improve the software by identifying bottlenecks and bugs, and devising solutions to these problems. - Lead and collaborate with agile cross-functional teams by collaborating with product management, UX designers, and frontend developers to define and implement innovative backend solutions. - Code reviews and mentorship by conducting peer code reviews, providing mentorship, and sharing knowledge with team members to maintain high code quality standards. - Understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements by working closely with project managers and other stakeholders. - Implement automated testing and unit tests by working closely with the QA team to build and maintain automated tests. - Improves operations by conducting systems analysis and recommending changes in policies and procedures. - Accomplishes engineering and organization mission by completing related results as needed. Qualifications: - Education: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. - Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Backend Developer, including 3+ years of hands-on experience with Java. - Project Management: Experience with agile project management and workflow tools such as Jira, Asana, Trello, or similar. - Version Control: Proficiency in using Git or other version control systems. Competencies: - Technical Skills: - Proficient in Java, Java Spring Boot, and other relevant backend technologies. - Experience with database technologies like PostgreSQL, MySQL, and NoSQL databases. - Familiarity with RESTful API design and development. - Knowledge of user authentication and authorization mechanisms. - Experience with cloud services like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure. - Understanding of fundamental design principles behind a scalable application. - Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment tools. - Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements. - A knack for benchmarking and optimization. - Software Design: Demonstrated proficiency in software design principles and patterns. The ability to design efficient and reusable backend systems that drive complex web applications. - Software Testing: Proficiency in various types of software testing methodologies, including unit testing, functional testing, integration testing, and regression testing. Familiarity with testing frameworks. - Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to troubleshoot complex software issues. - Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Teamwork and Leadership: Proven ability to lead and work as part of a team. Ability to mentor and guide junior developers. - Attention to Detail: High attention to detail with a passion for delivering high-quality user experiences. - Time Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and time effectively. - Adaptability: The ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and programming tools. Openness to receiving and acting on feedback. - Continuous Learning: A commitment to learning and keeping up with the latest trends and best practices in backend development. - User-Centric: A strong focus on user experiences and outcomes. - Fluency in English: Excellent command of English language, both written and spoken. - Flexibility in Work Schedule: Willingness and ability to adjust work schedule as necessary to collaborate with team members in different time zones.