Java Backend Developer - Vice President

Citi•Tampa, FL

About The Position

Design, develop, and implement backend services and APIs using Java 17+ and Spring Boot. Contribute to the architecture and design decisions for new and existing applications. Develop and optimize batch and data processing solutions to handle large datasets efficiently. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices. Collaborate with back-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and deliver features. Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications. Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge. Troubleshoot and debug production issues, providing timely resolutions. Contribute to the continuous improvement of our CI/CD pipelines and development tool integrations. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

Java 17+: Strong proficiency in Java programming, including new features introduced in Java 17 and later versions.
Spring Boot: Extensive experience with Spring Boot for building microservices and RESTful APIs.
Batch/Data Processing: Good knowledge and practical experience with batch processing frameworks and techniques for handling large volumes of data.
SQL: Solid understanding of relational databases and advanced SQL querying.
CI/CD: Good understanding of Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment principles and practices.
Dev Tools Integration: Experience with integrating various development tools into the software development lifecycle.
Should be well verse with coding design patterns and enterprise applications development
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts clearly.
Ownership: Takes full ownership of tasks and projects, ensuring successful completion.
Problem Solver: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to challenges.
Collaborator: Ability to work effectively within a team environment, fostering a collaborative and productive atmosphere.

Nice To Haves

Apache Flink: Knowledge or experience with Apache Flink/Spark for distributed processing.
Spring Batch: Experience with Spring Batch for developing robust batch applications.
Cloud Platforms: Good understanding and experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
AI-based Code Implementation Skills: Familiarity or experience with AI-powered coding tools like GitHub Copilot, Claude, or Gemini to enhance productivity.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement backend services and APIs using Java 17+ and Spring Boot.
Contribute to the architecture and design decisions for new and existing applications.
Develop and optimize batch and data processing solutions to handle large datasets efficiently.
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.
Collaborate with back-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and deliver features.
Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge.
Troubleshoot and debug production issues, providing timely resolutions.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of our CI/CD pipelines and development tool integrations.
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.