We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer - Java with Azure to drive the architecture and delivery of Java backend applications and microservices hosted on Azure. You will oversee feature execution, improve reliability and performance, and contribute to Agile delivery and CI/CD workflows.

Responsibilities

Architect, develop, and maintain applications using Java (Spring Boot and Microservices)
Drive feature delivery from concept to deployment while meeting scalability and performance goals
Contribute throughout the SDLC, from analysis and design through testing and release
Deliver clean, reusable, testable code and run comprehensive code reviews to maintain high standards
Resolve backend or frontend issues through effective troubleshooting across environments
Implement and consume RESTful APIs to enable dependable frontend-backend integration
Tune backend performance, focusing on API latency and database query optimization
Support CI/CD pipeline improvements and ongoing maintenance
Coordinate with the team in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups,



and retrospectives

Requirements

8+ years of development work experience in software engineering
8+ years of professional experience in full-stack development using Java (Spring Boot) and Azure
Hands-on development experience with Java and Spring Framework
Valuable knowledge of APIs and microservices architecture
Strong proficiency in Java 17, Spring Boot 3.1.2, Spring Framework 6.0.7, Hibernate, RESTful API design, and modular frontend architecture
Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines with Azure Pipeline, Jenkins, and GitLab CI
Good understanding of microservices and event-driven architecture
Working knowledge of cloud environments, especially Azure (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions (serverless))
Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills across the stack
Ability to work collaboratively in Agile/Scrum teams and communicate effectively
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