Senior Java Backend Developer

Job Title : Senior Java Backend Developer.

Experience : 8+ Years.

Location : Seawood's, Navi Mumbai.

Must Haves for the role :

- Java 8

- Spring boot

- Microservices architecture

- Oracle DB

- Testing tools

- Jenkins

- CI/CD

- Git and Version control tools.

Job Summary :

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Java Developer with extensive experience in backend development.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of modern backend technologies, a passion for creating scalable and efficient systems, and proven leadership skills to guide and mentor a team of developers.
Experience in integrating Active Directory (AD) for authentication and authorization is essential.

Key Responsibilities :

- Lead and mentor a team of backend developers, promoting best practices and continuous learning.

- Drive architectural decisions and establish coding standards to ensure high-quality codebases.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers, UX/UI designers, and product managers, to deliver cohesive and scalable solutions.

Backend Development :

- Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java applications using Spring Boot and Microservices architecture.

- Integrate and manage Apache Kafka for asynchronous communication and event-driven architecture.

- Develop and optimize Oracle stored procedures and manage database interactions.

- Deploy and manage applications on IBM HTTP Server (IHS) and WebSphere Application Server (WAS).

- Ensure application performance, quality, and responsiveness.

Active Directory Integration :

- Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms using Active Directory (AD) in Java applications.

- Utilize Spring Security's Active Directory Ldap Authentication Provider to integrate AD authentication seamlessly.

- Configure LDAP settings, including domain name and LDAP server URL, to establish a secure connection with the AD server.

- Manage user sessions, handle token expiration, and implement secure storage of authentication tokens.

- Collaborate with IT infrastructure teams to ensure proper configuration and synchronization with the AD environment.

Code Quality & Testing :

- Conduct code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge within the team.

- Implement and maintain unit and integration tests using frameworks like JUnit and Mockito.

- Ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

Project Management :

- Participate in sprint planning, task estimation, and retrospectives within an Agile/Scrum environment.

- Monitor project progress and adjust resources and priorities as needed to meet deadlines.

- Facilitate communication between stakeholders and the development team to ensure alignment on project goals.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- 8+ years of experience in Java development with a strong focus on backend technologies.

- Proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices architecture, and RESTful APIs.

- Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka and Oracle databases, including stored procedures.

- Experience with IBM HTTP Server (IHS) and WebSphere Application Server (WAS).

- Strong understanding of authentication and authorization mechanisms, with hands-on experience integrating on-premises Active Directory (AD) using Spring Security's Active Directory Ldap Authentication Provider / SAML / SSO.

- Familiarity with LDAP protocols and Active Directory structures.

- Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.

- Proven experience in leading backend development teams and mentoring junior developers.

- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound technical decisions.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.

- Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.

- Understanding of performance monitoring tools and logging frameworks.

- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.