Java Principal Engineer - Spring Boot (9-13 yrs)

Job Summary :

We are seeking a highly experienced Java Principal Engineer to lead the development of scalable, high-performance applications. You will be responsible for architecting, designing, and optimizing enterprise solutions, ensuring best practices in software engineering, and mentoring development teams.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Architecture & Development

- Lead the design and development of enterprise-level applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices.

- Architect and implement highly scalable, distributed systems with a focus on performance and reliability.

- Ensure clean code, design patterns, and best software engineering practices.

- Optimize applications for scalability, security, and maintainability.

2. Technical Leadership

- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to software engineers.

- Establish coding standards, best practices, and development guidelines.

- Review code, design, and architecture to ensure high-quality software delivery.

3. Performance Optimization & Security

- Identify and resolve bottlenecks, performance issues, and scalability challenges.

- Implement security best practices to protect data and applications.

4. Cloud & DevOps Integration

- Work with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for cloud-native application development.

- Collaborate with DevOps teams for CI/CD automation, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and monitoring.

5. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

- Work closely with Product Managers, Architects, and Business Teams to align technical solutions with business goals.

- Drive technical discussions and decision-making processes.

- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Required Skills & Experience :

- 10+ years of experience in Java development with expertise in Spring Boot.

- Strong experience in Microservices Architecture and API development (REST, GraphQL).

- Deep understanding of Multithreading, Data Structures, Algorithms, and System Design.

- Hands-on experience with Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

- Experience in CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure automation.

- Strong knowledge of Relational (MySQL, PostgreSQL) & NoSQL Databases (MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis).

- Experience in Message Queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ) for event-driven architectures.

- Expertise in Security best practices, OAuth, and authentication mechanisms.

- Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.

- Knowledge of Big Data, AI/ML, or Streaming Technologies is a plus.