Perfaware - Lead Software Engineer - Java/Microservices Architecture (8-13 yrs)

Role : Lead Software Engineer (Microservices - Commerce)

Location : Bangalore, Karnataka

About Perfaware :

Perfaware is redefining Digital Commerce for Retailers by designing, building, and deploying highly scalable solutions. We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join our dynamic team and collaborate with clients to develop enterprise-grade applications.

As a Lead Developer, you will work with cutting- edge technologies like Java/Spring Boot, JavaScript, Cassandra, Kafka, AWS, and GCP to build world- class solutions for some of the world's largest companies. If you are a problem solver and an aggressive learner who enjoys tackling engineering challenges, we'd love to talk with you!

Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and deploy scalable microservices using Spring Boot, AWS, and cloud technologies in an Agile environment.

- Led a cross-functional team, guiding both client and Perfaware team members, including Scrum Masters.

- Translate business requirements into POCs and end-to-end solutions for deployment on AWS with EKS.

- Collaborate with Architects and Principal Engineers to ensure best practices, coding standards, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

- Ensure high availability, resiliency, scalability, and data consistency in all solutions.

- Recommend, evaluate, and help integrate tools and tech stacks for AWS/GCP-based applications.

- Assist in the installation and maintenance of technical stack components in lower environments.

- Enable and support the DevOps pipeline, ensuring best practices and knowledge sharing.

- Participate in defining testing strategies, executing test cases, and implementing JUnit-based test automation.

- Develop Proof-of-Concepts (PoCs) for new features and use cases.

- Implement monitoring and exception-handling strategies for production support.

- Create documentation, SOPs, and support guides to assist the Application Support Team.

- Provide on-call support for production issues as needed.

Qualifications :

- 8-15 years of experience in software development for scalable applications.

- Strong proficiency in Java (Spring MVC/Hibernate) and Spring Boot, with 4+ years of experience in microservices development.

- 3+ years of hands-on commercial experience with AWS (not just PoC or personal projects).

- 2+ years of experience working with Kafka.

- Experience implementing scalable services on MongoDB.

- 2+ years of experience in testing solutions with JUnit & Mockito.

- Proficient in version control tools like Git, GitHub, or Bitbucket.

- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines.

- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.

- Excellent communication and leadership skills.

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Nice to Have :

- Experience with GitLab, HashiCorp Vault, and JFrog Artifactory.

- Ability to rapidly prototype and work with new tools.

- Domain knowledge in Retail, E-commerce, or Supply Chain.