Softpath Technologies

Description : Job Title : Senior Java Developer Microservices & GCP (1014+ Years)Location : PuneJob Summary : We are looking for a highly experienced and technically proficient Senior Java Developer with 10 to 14+ years of hands-on experience in Java-based microservices, cloud-native architecture, and data engineering using Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role requires a deep understanding of Spring Boot, Apache Flink, Airflow, and GCP services like Dataflow, BigQuery, Pub/Sub, among others.As a senior member of the development team, you will lead the architecture, design, development, and optimization of scalable, secure, and high-performance microservices and data pipelines. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver mission-critical applications and insights that drive business value.Key Responsibilities : Leadership & Architecture : - Lead the design and development of complex microservices-based applications using Java 8+, Spring Boot 3.x, JPA, and PostgreSQL.- Provide architectural guidance and code reviews to ensure robust, maintainable, and scalable codebases.- Design and implement cloud-native solutions that leverage GCP infrastructure and services for high availability and scalability.Data Engineering & Cloud Integration : - Build and maintain real-time and batch data processing pipelines using Apache Flink, Apache Beam, and Spring Boot.- Implement and orchestrate complex ETL workflows using Apache Airflow, including custom DAGs and task dependencies.- Integrate with GCP services such as BigQuery, ClickHouse, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, GCS, and Composer.Full Stack & Frontend Support : - Collaborate with frontend teams using React, TypeScript, and JavaScript to deliver integrated, end-to-end web applications.- Provide APIs and microservices that serve data and business logic to frontend systems.DevOps, Monitoring, and Performance : - Deploy and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes and Helm charts.- Monitor application performance and system health using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and Google Stackdriver.- Optimize code, queries, and infrastructure usage to ensure cost-effective cloud operations.Collaboration & Communication : - Engage with cross-functional teams including data scientists, architects, product managers, and DevOps engineers to align on project goals.- Communicate technical risks, dependencies, and solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.- Mentor junior developers and contribute to knowledge-sharing within the team.Required Skills & Qualifications : Core Technical Skills : - Strong experience in Java (8 or above), Spring Boot (3.x preferred), REST APIs, and JPA.- In-depth knowledge of Microservices Architecture and best practices.- Solid experience with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and SQL query optimization.- Expertise in Apache Flink, Apache Beam, and building real-time stream processing systems.Cloud & GCP Expertise : Hands-on experience with core Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services : - Dataflow, BigQuery, Pub/Sub, GCS, Clickhouse, Composer- Strong understanding of cloud-native application design, deployment, and monitoring.- Experience working with Apache Airflow for workflow Stack (Preferred) : - Familiarity with React.js, TypeScript, and JavaScript for frontend collaboration and integration.DevOps & Observability : - Experience with Helm for Kubernetes deployments.- Proficient with monitoring and logging tools : Prometheus, Grafana, Stackdriver.- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation is a plus.Preferred Qualifications : - 1014+ years of industry experience in full lifecycle software development.- Experience working on large-scale distributed systems and data-intensive applications.- Deep knowledge of security best practices in cloud and Kubernetes environments.- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.- Relevant certifications in GCP or Java/Spring ecosystems are a strong plus.- Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies and collaborative development environments.Soft Skills : - Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset. (ref:hirist.tech)