API Developer| Offshore

We are looking for an experienced Java Backend Developer with expertise in API development to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of backend systems and be proficient in building scalable, high-performance APIs. You will work closely with front-end developers, architects, and other stakeholders to design, develop, and maintain backend services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust backend services using Java.

• Build and maintain RESTful APIs to support web and mobile applications.

• Optimize the performance of backend systems to ensure low-latency and high availability.

• Collaborate with front-end developers and product teams to define and deliver new features.

• Ensure the security, performance, and scalability of APIs.

• Integrate with third-party APIs and services.

• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices (e.g., version control, CI/CD pipelines).

• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.

• Troubleshoot and debug production issues across services and databases.

• Contribute to architecture discussions and decisions for new features and systems.

• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in backend development and APIs.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
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Strong experience with Java (Java 8 or higher) and object-oriented programming principles.

• Proficiency in API design and development (REST, SOAP).

• Experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC).

• Strong understanding of microservices architecture.

• Knowledge of database technologies (SQL/NoSQL) like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.

• Understanding of authentication/authorization mechanisms (OAuth, JWT).

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex systems.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Kafka or other messaging queues.

• Knowledge of event-driven architectures.

• Experience with Agile methodologies.

• Exposure to TDD/BDD (Test Driven Development/Behavior Driven Development).

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