Java/Springboot, Microservices,/API, SQL- Backend Team Lead (TRV 4-12 yrs)

Mogi I/O : OTT/Podcast/Short Video Apps for you; India; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company in India is looking for a Senior Backend Developer to lead the backend team in designing and optimizing high-performance systems. You will work with Java and frameworks like Spring Boot, implement event-driven architectures, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of backend development experience, strong expertise in REST/GraphQL APIs, and hands-on experience with Kafka and PostgreSQL. This full-time role offers a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional backend development experience in Java.
• Strong expertise in Spring Boot or similar frameworks.
• Proven experience in designing and building REST or GraphQL APIs.
• Hands-on experience with Kafka.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and other relational or NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs (REST/GraphQL).
• Implement event-driven architectures using Kafka or similar tools.
• Work with relational and NoSQL databases, primarily PostgreSQL.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab or Jenkins.
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and improve system performance and reliability.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Kafka

PostgreSQL

REST APIs

GraphQL APIs

CI/CD tools

Tools

GitLab

Jenkins

Job description

Java/Springboot, Microservices,/API, SQL- Backend Team Lead (TRV 4-12 yrs)

Location: Thiruvananthapuram, India
Salary: INR 1,000,000 – 2,600,000 per annum
Experience Required: 4 – 12 years

We are looking for a Senior Backend Developer with extensive experience in designing and building scalable, high-performance backend systems. You will lead the development and optimization of backend services using Java and frameworks such as Spring Boot or Micronaut, while implementing event-driven architectures using Kafka or similar technologies. The role involves close collaboration with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, maintainable, and efficient backend solutions powering our products and services.

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs (REST/GraphQL)
• Implement event-driven architectures using Kafka or similar tools
• Work with relational and NoSQL databases, primarily PostgreSQL
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, or similar
• Ensure adherence to software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and improve system performance and reliability

• 5+ years of professional backend development experience in Java
• Strong expertise in Spring Boot or similar frameworks
• Proven experience in designing and building REST or GraphQL APIs
• Hands‑on experience with Kafka
• Experience with PostgreSQL and other relational or NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (GitLab, Jenkins, etc.) is a plus
• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Software Development