Java Developer - Backend & Packaging

The Glove; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

The Glove is seeking a Java Developer focused on backend engineering and packaging. You will design, build, and deploy Java-based services, including RESTful APIs and microservices, with Maven/Gradle for packaging.

Ideal candidates have 4–7 years of backend Java experience, strong Spring/Spring Boot knowledge, and familiarity with SQL databases and DevOps collaboration.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of professional Java backend experience.
• Hands-on in designing, building, packaging, and deploying Java apps.
• Proficient with Spring/Spring Boot and REST APIs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable Java backend applications.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs, microservices, and backend services.
• Work with Spring and Spring Boot to build enterprise apps.
• Build and package apps using Maven and/or Gradle.
• Create and manage artifacts (JAR/WAR/RPM) for deployment.
• Collaborate with DevOps for deployment and release activities.
• Work with SQL databases for data integration.
• Triage production issues and perform root-cause analysis.
• Write clean, maintainable code and participate in reviews.

Skills

Core Java

Backend Development

Spring

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

Maven/Gradle

Application Packaging

JAR/WAR/RPM

SQL

Git

Debugging

Code Reviews

CI/CD

Docker

Cloud

Agile/Scrum

Tools

Maven

Gradle

Job description

Java Developer Backend & Packaging

Experience: 4–7 Years

Location: Chennai

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Java Developer with strong expertise in backend development and application packaging. The ideal candidate should have hands‑on experience in designing, developing, building, packaging, and deploying Java‑based applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable Java‑based backend applications.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs, microservices, and backend services.
• Work with Spring and Spring Boot frameworks to build robust enterprise applications.
• Build and package applications using Maven and/or Gradle.
• Create and manage application artifacts such as JAR, WAR, RPM, or other deployment packages.
• Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams for application deployment and release activities.
• Work with SQL and relational databases for backend data integration.
• Troubleshoot production issues and perform root‑cause analysis.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following coding standards and best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4–7 years of professional experience in Java development.
• Strong hands‑on experience in Core Java and backend development.
• Experience with Spring and Spring Boot.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs and microservices architecture.
• Hands‑on experience with Maven and/or Gradle build tools.
• Experience in application packaging and deployment processes.
• Knowledge of JAR, WAR, RPM, or similar packaging formats.
• Experience with SQL and relational databases such as Oracle or MySQL.
• Good understanding of Git and version‑control practices.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.

Good to Have

• Exposure to CI/CD tools and DevOps practices.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.