This role is for one of the Weekday's clients
Min Experience: 7 years
Location: pune, chennai, Bengaluru
JobType: full-time
We are looking for an experienced Java Backend Developer who can take ownership of building scalable, high-performance backend systems. This role is ideal for someone with strong expertise in Java 11, Spring Boot, microservices architecture, and modern DevOps practices. You will work on designing and implementing backend components, optimizing system performance, and ensuring seamless integration across distributed services.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to architectural decisions, and apply best-in-class engineering principles. The environment is fast-paced and engineering-driven, requiring deep technical knowledge, hands-on problem-solving skills, and a strong commitment to delivering clean, maintainable code. With a minimum of 7 years of backend development experience, you will play a key role in shaping technical solutions and ensuring the reliability, security, and robustness of backend services.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using
Java 11
, Spring Boot, and microservices frameworks.
Architect scalable and secure systems by applying strong design patterns and best-practice engineering principles.
Build reusable components, optimize APIs, and ensure robust system performance across distributed environments.
Participate in architectural discussions, contribute to solution design, and collaborate with senior engineers to implement high-quality backend solutions.
Write clean, testable, and maintainable code while adhering to coding standards and enterprise architecture requirements.
Implement unit testing practices using
JUnit
, ensuring high code quality, coverage, and reliability.
Work with containerization and orchestration tools such as
Docker
and




Kubernetes
for deployment, scaling, and environment management.
Troubleshoot complex backend issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement performance enhancements.
Ensure seamless integration with databases, external APIs, and internal services using well-structured interfaces.
Collaborate closely with product managers, QA teams, DevOps engineers, and frontend developers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Participate in full SDLC processes including planning, estimation, development, code review, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment.
Drive improvements in backend efficiency, security, architecture, and overall development processes.
Maintain documentation for APIs, workflows, architecture diagrams, and technical specifications.
Stay updated with emerging backend technologies, cloud-native practices, and industry-standard engineering approaches.
What Makes You a Excellent Fit
You will excel in this role if you bring:
7+ years of hands-on backend development experience
with deep expertise in Java 11 and Spring Boot.
Strong understanding of
design patterns, system architecture, and clean code principles
.
Experience building and scaling backend services in highly distributed, microservices-based environments.
Proficiency in writing reliable and efficient unit tests using
JUnit
.
Solid knowledge of
Docker
and
Kubernetes
, and comfort working in cloud-native operational environments.
A problem-solving mindset with the ability to break down complex issues and deliver stable, high-quality solutions.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional engineering teams.
A proactive attitude, ownership mindset, and passion for improving backend performance and architecture.
Ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment where innovation, technical excellence, and delivery focus are valued.

📌 Java Backend Developer (Maharashtra)
🏢 Weekday AI
📍 Maharashtra