Senior Java Developer

Senior Java Developer - Microservices

Citi

Location:
India , Pune

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Java Developer with a strong background in microservices architecture and development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and resilient microservices. This role requires exceptional problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills, a keen analytical mind, and a collaborative team-player attitude. A proven track record of hands-on experience in Java and microservice development is essential.

Job Responsibility:

Design, develop, and implement robust, scalable, and secure microservices using Java and related technologies
Lead the technical design and architecture of new features and enhancements, ensuring alignment with overall system architecture and best practices
Collaborate with product owners, architects, and other developers to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to established coding standards and patterns
Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and adherence to design principles
Identify and resolve complex technical issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing effective solutions
Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including planning, design, development, testing, deployment, and support
Mentor junior developers, sharing knowledge and promoting best practices within the team
Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes, tools, and technologies
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, particularly in Java, microservices, and cloud computing

Requirements:

8+ years of professional experience in software development with a strong focus on Java
Extensive hands-on experience in designing and developing microservices architectures
Proven experience with Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, or similar frameworks for microservice development
Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus
Experience with messaging queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) and API Gateways
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Proficiency in Java (Java 8+)
Deep understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns
Strong knowledge of RESTful API design and development
Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Cassandra)
Familiarity with testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito)
Understanding of distributed systems concepts, including fault tolerance, scalability, and consistency
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
High degree of initiative and self-motivation
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Nice to have:

Experience with event-driven architectures
Knowledge of security best practices in microservices
Familiarity with performance tuning and optimization of Java applications
Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in the developer community

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 13, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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