Java Backend Developer with Kubernetes - Vadodara

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Java Backend Developer to support the development, enhancement, and modernization of MDES applications. The candidate should have hands-on experience in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and Kubernetes and be comfortable working in an Agile engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs and microservices components.
• Support containerization and Kubernetes migration activities under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Implement application enhancements and region-specific configuration changes.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following established coding standards.
• Develop unit tests and support integration testing and defect resolution.
• Participate in CI/CD pipeline execution, deployment validation, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with developers, SDET engineers, and technical leads during sprint delivery.
• Assist in application documentation, knowledge sharing, and production issue investigation.

Mandatory Technical Skills:

• 3+ years of hands-on Java development experience.
• Good working knowledge of Java 11/17+, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and Microservices.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Docker, including basic application deployments, pod monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Experience developing REST APIs and integrating backend services.
• Knowledge of Spring Data JPA, Hibernate, SQL, and relational databases.
• Familiarity with Git, Maven/Gradle, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience writing unit tests using JUnit and Mockito.
• Understanding of microservices communication, exception handling, and application logging.

Preferred Skills:

• Exposure to payments or financial services applications.
• Knowledge of Kafka or other messaging systems.
• Familiarity with Helm and cloud environments.
• Experience working with Agile/Scrum teams.