Senior Java Software Engineer

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

Job summary

Straive is seeking an experienced Java/Spring software engineer to join our Chennai team for enterprise-level development and delivery. You will contribute hands-on coding, design, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate should have 5-8 years of hands-on Java/Spring experience, proficiency in Java 17/21+, Spring modules (Web, Data JPA), and exposure to Kafka; strong SQL/ORM experience is essential, with GenAI/LLM familiarity considered a plus.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years hands-on Java/Spring development.
• Proficient in Java (preferably Java 17/21+), Spring/Spring Boot, and modules (Spring Web, Data JPA, Kafka).
• Solid understanding of SDLC, best practices, and agile methodologies. Applies SOLID design principles.
• Relational databases with strong SQL, ORM experience (Hibernate, JPA).
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts, GenAI and LLMs.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Spring Boot

SQL

Hibernate

JPA

Kafka

SOLID Principles

GenAI/LLM awareness

Job description

• Experience Level: 5-8 years of hands‑on experience in Java/Spring software development.
• Core Java/Spring Expertise: Proficient in Java (preferably Java 17/21+), Spring/Spring Boot framework, its ecosystem, and practical experience with key modules (e.g., Spring Web, Data JPA, Kafka).
• Software Development Fundamentals: Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, best practices, and agile methodologies. Applies design principles and adheres to SOLID principles in code.
• Data Management: Practical experience with relational databases (RDBMS), strong SQL skills, and familiarity with ORM technologies (e.g., Hibernate, JPA).
• Emerging Technologies & Problem Solving: Familiarity with AI/ML concepts, including Generative AI (GenAI) and Large Language Models (LLM,