Java Developer

HCL Technologies Limited; Chennai, Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

HCL Technologies Limited is seeking a Java Kafka Developer to design and develop scalable backend applications and event-driven systems. The role emphasizes Java, microservices, and Apache Kafka, with responsibilities spanning REST APIs, code reviews, and performance optimization.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of hands-on experience with Java 8/11/17, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Kafka, and is comfortable working in an Agile environment within Chennai, India.

Qualifications

• 4+ years hands-on experience in Java 8/11/17.
• Strong experience with Spring Boot and Spring MVC.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka (Producer, Consumer, Kafka Streams).
• Experience in developing Microservices Architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based backend applications.
• Develop and support Kafka-based event-driven solutions.
• Create and consume REST APIs and microservices.
• Troubleshoot and optimize application performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and production support activities.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Spring MVC

Apache Kafka

Microservices Architecture

REST APIs

SQL/NoSQL

Multithreading

Git/Maven/CI-CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Maven/Gradle

CI/CD

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Java Kafka Developer experience in designing and developing scalable backend applications and event-driven systems. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Java, microservices, and Apache Kafka.

Role & responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based backend applications.
• Develop and support Kafka-based event-driven solutions.
• Create and consume REST APIs and microservices.
• Troubleshoot and optimize application performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and production support activities.

Preferred candidate profile

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in Java 8/11/17
• Strong experience with Spring Boot and Spring MVC
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka (Producer, Consumer, Kafka Streams)
• Experience in developing Microservices Architecture
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and web services
• Experience with databases such as SQL (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL) and/or MongoDB
• Good understanding of multithreading, collections, and design patterns
• Experience with Git, Maven/Gradle, and CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies