Java Consultant

Job Description:

Mandatory Skills: Backend Java, microservices, Spring Boot, TDD

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and Development:
• Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Java (e.g., Spring, Hibernate), ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability.
• Create and optimize SQL queries and ensure efficient data retrieval for large datasets. Strong SQL and experience with relational databases is a must.
• Follow software development best practices, including writing clean, maintainable code, performing code reviews, and adhering to coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and optimize performance at both the database and application levels to ensure high efficiency and reliability.
• Testing
• Testing mindset to focus on bug prevention rather than fixing
• Cover edge cases and failure scenarios

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of experience in Java.
• Strong experience with Java (Spring, Hibernate, etc.) in building scalable backend services, APIs, and microservices.
• Extensive experience with SQL, including query optimization, database design, and management of relational databases.
• Proficiency in Test-Driven Development
• Experience working in Agile development environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• A fast learner of new technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Familiarity with other big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka) is a plus.

Highly beneficial:

• Experience with cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization tools such as Docker.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and DevOps practices.
• Proficiency in Test-Driven Development (TDD)