Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend platforms and microservices using Java and Spring. Build high-performance RESTful APIs, optimize Postgres/MySQL databases, implement caching with Redis, and create event-driven systems with Kafka/RabbitMQ/SQS. Deploy and manage services with Docker and AWS (ECS, EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda). Monitor, troubleshoot, follow CI/CD and code-review best practices, and leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve productivity and code quality.
𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀
𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗥𝘀 𝟭𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 - 𝗥𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 (𝗶𝗲 𝗜𝗡𝗥 𝟭𝟬-𝟮𝟬 𝗟𝗣𝗔)
Experience: 3+ yrs
Location: Mumbai
Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking a talented Backend Developer to build and scale high-performance backend platforms and microservices that power modern, consumer-facing applications. This role is ideal for professionals with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Spring JPA, and cloud-native technologies who enjoy designing reliable, scalable, and secure backend systems.
As a Backend Developer, you will take ownership of backend development from design through deployment, collaborating closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and architects to deliver seamless user experiences. You will play a key role in developing robust APIs, optimizing system performance, implementing scalable microservices, and leveraging AI-assisted development practices to improve engineering productivity and software quality.
RequirementsKey Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend platforms and microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and Spring JPA.
- Build secure, high-performance RESTful APIs that support modern, consumer-facing applications.
- Design and implement microservice architectures while following industry best practices for scalability, resilience, and maintainability.
- Develop and optimize relational databases using PostgreSQL, MySQL, and advanced SQL techniques for high-performance applications.
- Implement caching solutions using Redis to improve application responsiveness and efficiency.
- Build and maintain event-driven architectures using Kafka, RabbitMQ, Amazon SQS, or similar messaging technologies.
- Deploy, manage, and optimize applications using Docker, AWS ECS, and other cloud-native services.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable backend solutions.
- Monitor application performance, troubleshoot production issues, and implement performance tuning and reliability improvements.
- Follow engineering best practices including version control, testing, code reviews, CI/CD, and system monitoring.
- Utilize AI-assisted development tools to accelerate software delivery, improve code quality, and enhance engineering efficiency.
- 3+ years of experience in backend development or distributed systems engineering.
- Strong hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and Spring JPA.
- Solid understanding of microservices architecture, distributed systems, and backend design patterns.
- Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, relational database design, SQL optimization, and performance tuning.
- Practical experience with Redis for caching and high-performance data management.
- Expertise in designing and integrating scalable RESTful APIs.
- Experience with Docker, AWS ECS, and AWS services including EC2, S3, RDS, and Lambda.
- Familiarity with asynchronous messaging technologies such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Amazon SQS.
- Strong debugging, testing, monitoring, and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering reliable production systems.
- Good understanding of Git, code quality standards, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software engineering practices.
- AI-first mindset with hands-on experience using AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Cursor, or similar technologies to improve development speed and software quality.
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