Lead Backend Developer (Microservices)
We are seeking a solution-minded Lead Backend Developer to spearhead one of our development streams for an entitlement service built on a microservices architecture.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of developers, ensuring high-quality deliverables
- Design, develop, and optimize scalable backend systems using microservices architecture
- Build and manage security protocols, including SSO and Azure AD integrations
- Implement and maintain Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines for seamless deployment
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver key features
- Develop event-driven systems leveraging expertise in Kafka
- Utilize Java, Spring Boot, and WebFlux to create robust backend functionality
- Administer and maintain containerization environments using Kubernetes and Docker
- Work with SQL and NoSQL databases to ensure data integrity and optimal performance
- Improve API performance and monitor the endpoints built using RESTful APIs
- Oversee the integration of AWS solutions into microservice architectures
Requirements
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in backend microservices development
- Expertise in security protocols such as SSO and Azure AD
- Proficiency with Azure DevOps CI/CD pipeline automation
- Background in Java, Spring Boot, and Spring WebFlux
- Showcase of experience with Kafka for event-driven workloads
- Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and AWS ecosystems
- Understanding of database technologies including SQL and NoSQL
- Capability to use Maven/Gradle efficiently in project builds
- Skills in working across REST API integrations and optimizing for performance
- Strong communication and leadership skills to guide and coordinate teams
- Fluency in English with a proficiency level of B1 or higher
Nice to have
- Knowledge of Single Sign-On implementations
- Background in Solution Architecture for scalable systems
