Java Backend Developer

Alpharetta, GA (Need Onsite day 1, hybrid 3 days from office).

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based microservices applications with a focus on efficient data processing and real-time messaging.
• Architect and implement robust data pipelines utilizing Kafka streams, topics, producers, and consumers to facilitate high-throughput, fault-tolerant data exchange.
• Develop complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and optimize database operations for relational databases.
• Seamlessly integrate microservices with Kafka messaging systems, ensuring reliable and secure message flow.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and other developers to create scalable solutions that leverage Kafka s capabilities.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs, and integrate with third-party services while ensuring data consistency and integrity.
• Utilize containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools like Kubernetes for deployment, scaling, and management of services.
• Write clean, well-documented code following best practices, emphasizing high-performance database interactions and messaging.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and maintain high-quality software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues related to database performance, Kafka message delivery, and system reliability.
• Participate actively in Agile/Scrum teams, delivering features iteratively, with a focus on data and messaging architecture.
• Stay current with emerging technologies related to SQL, Kafka, microservices, and data streaming, incorporating best practices into development.

• Proven experience in Java development (Java 8 or higher) with a focus on data-intensive applications.
• Strong expertise in SQL, including complex query writing, database optimization, and stored procedures.
• Deep understanding of Apache Kafka architecture, including Kafka Streams, producer/consumer patterns, topic management, partitioning, and replication.
• Hands-on experience integrating Kafka with microservices for real-time data processing.
• Solid experience with microservices architecture design, RESTful APIs, and service-oriented development.
• Familiarity with Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and related frameworks.
• Proficiency with containerization (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of relational (e.g., MySQL, Postgre
  
  SQL) and No
  
  SQL databases as needed.
• Experience with Dev Ops practices, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Git Lab CI, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and optimize database and messaging system performance.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Experience with real-time data streaming and processing frameworks.
• Familiarity with message queuing systems like Rabbit
  
  MQ (optional).
• Contributions to open-source Kafka projects or complex data pipeline implementations.