<p><p><b>Description :</b><br/><br/>Position : Senior Java Developer (GCP & Microservices)<br/><br/>Experience : 5+ Years<br/><br/><b>Job Summary :</b><br/><br/>We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Java Developer with 5+ years of expertise in building scalable backend services using Java and the Spring Framework, coupled with proven experience in Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
</p><p><br/></p><p>This role is central to developing our next-generation digital engagement platform, focusing specifically on integrating "Aqua," an advanced outbound communication solution.
</p><p><br/></p><p>The candidate must be comfortable working in a cloud-native, asynchronous architecture and be flexible with working hours to collaborate effectively with international teams, including those based in Australia.<br/><br/><b>Key Responsibilities :</b><br/><br/><b>Cloud-Native Backend Development (GCP & Java) :</b><br/><br/>- Design, develop, and maintain high-volume Java Spring-based microservices deployed and orchestrated on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) stack.<br/><br/>- Build and maintain robust RESTful APIs with a paramount focus on security, reliability, scalability, and adherence to asynchronous/event-driven design principles.<br/><br/>- Develop specialized integration layers for communication channels (SMS, Email, WhatsApp) via seamless integration with various third-party APIs.<br/><br/><b>Data Engineering and Optimization :</b><br/><br/>- Optimize data processing and storage strategies by leveraging core GCP services such as Datastore, BigQuery, and Cloud Storage (GCS buckets).<br/><br/>- Utilize GCP Pub/Sub for implementing the required highly scalable, asynchronous messaging patterns necessary for real-time communication tracking.<br/><br/><b>Code Quality and Collaboration :</b><br/><br/>- Write efficient, reusable, and thoroughly testable code that adheres strictly to established best coding standards and advanced design patterns (e.g., SOLID principles).<br/><br/>- Actively participate in technical code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration pipelines to ensure exceptional code quality and application robustness.<br/><br/>- Participate actively in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and required cross-team collaboration with the Australia-based digital team, necessitating flexibility in working hours.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications :</b><br/><br/><b>Experience :</b> Mandatory 5+ years of experience with Java and the Spring Framework for building large-scale, scalable backend services.<br/><br/><b>Cloud Expertise (Mandatory) :</b> Proven expertise working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services, including mandatory experience with Datastore, BigQuery, Cloud Storage (GCS), and Pub/Sub.<br/><br/><b>Architecture :</b> Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and experience working with asynchronous/event-driven architecture.<br/><br/><b>Methodology :</b> Comfortable working in an Agile/Scrum team environment and familiar with cloud-native application development, deployment, and debugging in distributed systems.<br/><br/><b>Soft Skills :</b> Excellent problem-solving abilities with a proactive attitude, and the flexibility in working hours required for collaboration across time zones (e.g., Australia).<br/><br/><b>Preferred Skills :</b><br/><br/>- Experience with Spring Boot 2.x and 3.x migration or development.<br/><br/>- Preference for experience with NoSQL and cloud databases over traditional RDBMS systems in a microservices context.<br/><br/>- Experience with frontend technologies (React, jQuery, or plain JavaScript) for full-stack perspective.<br/><br/>- Hands-on experience implementing robust security features like Spring Security or OAuth/JWT.<br/></p><br/></p> (ref:hirist.tech)