Required Qualifications
- 10+ years’ experience Java Backend development (Java, SQL)
- 4+ years’ experience in technical leadership or as a technical lead
- 5–7 years of experience developing RESTful APIs and microservices using Java and Spring Boot, with a focus on API-first principles.
- Demonstrated experience with API management platforms (e.g., Azure API Management, Apigee) and asynchronous messaging systems.
- Retail industry experience HIGHLY Required.
- Professional Certifications: Programmer certification in Java .
- Experience with backend platform tools such as Webmethods or Talend.
High Demand IT Specialized Skills:
- Platform knowledge (Linux, UNIX, Windows).
- Proficiency in API design-first tools (e.g., Swagger, Postman, Stoplight) and API management systems.
- Familiarity with container platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud-based environments (Azure ).
- Experience in building and maintaining event-driven architectures using Kafka or similar tools.
- Knowledge of CI/CD processes and tools, with a focus on API deployment pipelines.