Java Lead - Spring Boot/Hibernate

<p><p>Job Title : Java Lead<br/><br/>Location : Chennai<br/><br/>Experience : 6 to 8+ Years<br/><br/><b>About the Role :</b><br/><br/>We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Java Lead to join our growing team in Chennai.

As a Java Lead, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing robust and scalable enterprise applications.

You will also lead a team of developers, provide technical guidance, and ensure best practices are followed throughout the development lifecycle.<br/><br/><b>Key Responsibilities :</b><br/><br/>- Lead and manage a team of Java developers in delivering high-quality software solutions.<br/><br/>- Design and develop scalable applications using Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and Microservices architecture.<br/><br/>- Implement best practices in cloud-native application development using AWS, Azure, or GCP.<br/><br/>- Utilize containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes for application deployment and orchestration.<br/><br/>- Design and maintain RESTful APIs, and work with both SQL and NoSQL databases.<br/><br/>- Collaborate with DevOps for setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.<br/><br/>- Guide team members through code reviews, architecture discussions, and troubleshooting.<br/><br/>- Ensure adherence to Agile/Scrum methodologies and participate actively in sprint planning and reviews.<br/><br/>- Mentor junior developers and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.<br/><br/><b>Required Skills & Experience :</b><br/><br/><b>- 6 to 8+ years of hands-on experience in Java development.</b><br/><br/>- Strong expertise in Spring Boot, Hibernate, and Microservices.<br/><br/>- Proven experience with at least one cloud platform (<b>AWS, Azure, or GCP</b>).<br/><br/>- Practical experience with <b>Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud-native</b> deployments.<br/><br/>- Solid understanding of <b>SQL/NoSQL databases, caching strategies, and API design principles</b>.<br/><br/>- Familiarity with <b>CI/CD tools, Git, and other DevOps technologies</b>.<br/><br/>- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.<br/><br/>- Strong communication and leadership skills with prior experience in team mentoring/leading.<br/><br/><b>Preferred Skills :</b><br/><br/>- Working knowledge of front-end frameworks like Angular or React.js.<br/><br/>- Experience with event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka or RabbitMQ.<br/><br/>- Exposure to <b>Agile/Scrum</b> practices and <b>DevOps</b> culture.<br/><br/><b>Educational Qualification :</b><br/><br/>- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.<br/><br/><b>Why Join Us ?</b><br/><br/>- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and modern architectures.<br/><br/>- Collaborative, innovation-driven work environment.<br/><br/>- Fast-paced career growth and leadership opportunities.<br/><br/>- Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards.</p><br/></p> (ref:hirist.tech)