RoundCircle - Software Engineer - Java/Lucene (4-6 yrs)

Key Responsibilities :

Search Solution Development :

- Design, develop, and maintain robust search and data analysis solutions using Java, Lucene, and OpenSearch.

- Architect scalable, modular, and maintainable search systems that meet performance and reliability requirements.

- Optimize search solutions for performance, scalability, and accuracy.

- Implement advanced search features, such as query parsing, relevance ranking, and filtering.

- Integrate search solutions with various data sources and databases.

- Develop and maintain APIs for accessing search functionalities.

Information Retrieval :

- Work on various aspects of information retrieval, including indexing, querying, and relevance ranking.

- Optimize search algorithms and data structures to improve search performance and accuracy.

Testing and Quality Assurance :

- Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure the reliability and functionality of search systems.

- Collaborate with QA teams to identify and resolve issues.

Documentation :

- Create and maintain clear and concise technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, code documentation, and best practices.

Stay Current :

- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in search technologies, including Lucene and OpenSearch.

Requirements :

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

- Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer with a strong focus on Java development, Lucene, and OpenSearch.

- Expert proficiency in Java and a deep understanding of search technologies and information retrieval.

- Hands-on experience with Lucene and OpenSearch, including customization and optimization.

- Knowledge of search algorithms, data structures, and query optimization.

- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams.

- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g, Git) and agile development methodologies.

- Experience with cloud-based search solutions and distributed systems is a plus.

- Passion for building efficient and high-performance search solutions that deliver valuable insights to end-users