Software Engineer - Backend Development (2-6 yrs)

About the Job :

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Software Engineer - Backend to join our growing team.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in designing, developing, and deploying robust and scalable backend systems that power our core business applications.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, frontend engineers, and QA engineers, to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and other relevant technologies.

- Contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

- Develop and maintain high-performance and scalable backend systems that handle large volumes of data and traffic.

- Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.

- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution and delivery.

- Troubleshoot and debug issues in a timely and efficient manner.

- Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and industry trends.

- Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and tools.

Qualifications :

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

- 2-6 years of professional experience in software development.

- Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, and other relevant backend technologies.

- Experience with building and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices.

- Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases (e.g, PostgreSQL, Oracle) and NoSQL databases (e.g, MongoDB).

- Experience with message queues (e.g, Kafka) and caching technologies (e.g, Redis).

- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g, AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g, Docker, Kubernetes).

- Experience with Agile development methodologies (e.g, Scrum, Kanban).

- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills :

- Experience with TDD/BDD and testing frameworks (e.g, JUnit, Mockito, Cucumber).

- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g, Jenkins, GitLab CI).

- Experience in the financial domain.

- Experience with DevOps practices