Sr Software Engineer

BlitzenX; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

BlitzenX is seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join our dynamic development team in Hyderabad. You will design, develop, and maintain high-performance Java applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams in an agile environment.

You will lead technical initiatives, review code, mentor junior developers, and ensure quality through unit and integration tests, while delivering scalable services powered by Spring, Hibernate, and modern cloud practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Java development experience.
• Proficient in Java and Spring ecosystem.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Strong in RESTful API design and web technologies.
• Proficient with Git and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent communication and Agile teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of Java applications.
• Define architecture and coding practices for scalable systems.
• Write clean, tested, secure code with robust error handling.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers.
• Implement unit and integration tests for reliability.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce standards.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies for timely delivery.
• Stay updated on Java trends and best practices.

Skills

Java

Spring

Spring Boot

Hibernate

REST APIs

Git

CI/CD

Agile

Jira/Confluence

Problem-solving

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

JUnit

Mockito

TestNG

Kafka

ActiveMQ

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join our dynamic development team. As a Senior Java Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable Java applications that meet business requirements. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and help lead the technical aspects of the development process, ensuring high-quality deliverables in an agile environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design & Development: Lead the design and development of Java-based applications and systems, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical standards.
• Architectural Leadership: Collaborate with technical leads and architects to establish application architecture, frameworks, and coding practices that ensure high availability and scalability.
• Code Quality: Write efficient, maintainable, and high-quality code while ensuring robust error handling, performance optimization, and security.
• Mentorship: Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior developers, offering guidance on best practices, troubleshooting, and design decisions.
• Collaborative Problem Solving: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Testing & Optimization: Implement unit tests and integration tests to ensure software reliability and optimal performance.
• Code Reviews: Conduct code reviews, ensure adherence to development standards, and provide feedback to peers for continuous improvement.
• Agile Methodology: Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives within an agile framework to ensure smooth development cycles and quick delivery of features.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and best practices in Java development, recommending improvements where appropriate.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in Java development, with a strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
• Java Expertise: Proficiency in Java and related frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, and Hibernate.
• Database Management: Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle) and familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Web Technologies: Experience building RESTful APIs, integrating with third-party services, and working with web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (optional).
• Version Control & CI/CD: Proficiency in Git and experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure is a plus.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to debug and optimize complex systems.
• Agile Methodology: Experience working in Agile environments with tools like Jira, Confluence, or Trello.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Frameworks & Tools: Experience with additional frameworks such as Apache Kafka, ActiveMQ, or similar messaging queues.
• Microservices Architecture: Familiarity with microservices-based architecture and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Testing Frameworks: Experience with testing frameworks such as JUnit, TestNG, and mocking frameworks like Mockito.
• DevOps Practices: Exposure to DevOps processes, tools, and automation.