Java Backend Developer (Kafka)

EPAM Systems; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems Singapore is seeking a Java Backend Developer (Kafka) to design and run cloud-native services on Microsoft Azure, build resilient microservices and implement event-driven integrations with Kafka. You will optimize PostgreSQL data access and collaborate with product and engineering teams to ship reliable features.

You'll contribute to building secure RESTful APIs, participate in code reviews, and help monitor production workloads on leading cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Java with hands-on backend experience
• Experience designing microservices with observability and resilience patterns
• Strong RESTful API design and integration experience

Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain back-end services using Java, Kafka and microservices
• Develop RESTful APIs with security and scalability
• Implement event streaming and messaging patterns with Apache Kafka
• Deploy and monitor cloud-native workloads on Azure and AWS
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL schemas, queries and performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features end to end
• Participate in code reviews, testing and release activities
• Troubleshoot production issues and maintain clear technical documentation

Skills

Java

Kafka

Microservices

REST APIs

Azure/AWS

PostgreSQL

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Job description

We are seeking a Java Backend Developer (Kafka). You will build and run cloud-native services on Microsoft Azure, design resilient microservices and event-driven integrations with Kafka and optimize PostgreSQL data access. You will partner with product and engineering teams to ship reliable features from build to production.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain Back-end services using Java, Kafka and microservices
• Develop RESTful application programming interfaces (APIs) that are secure and scalable
• Implement event streaming and messaging patterns using Apache Kafka
• Build, deploy and monitor cloud-native workloads on Microsoft Azure/ AWS
• Design and optimize PostgreSQL schemas, queries and performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features end to end
• Participate in code reviews, testing and release activities
• Troubleshoot production issues and maintain clear technical documentation

Requirements

• Java proficiency with hands‑on experience building Back-end services
• Microservices experience including service design, observability and resilience patterns
• RESTful APIs experience across design, implementation and integration
• Microsoft Azure/ AWS experience deploying and operating cloud services
• Apache Kafka experience with producers, consumers and event-driven design
• PostgreSQL experience with schema design, indexing and query tuning
• Problem-solving ability to debug issues across services and environments
• Clear communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional teams

Nice to have

• Experience with containerization and orchestration such as Docker and Kubernetes (K8s)
• Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines
• Experience with automated testing practices for Back-end services

We offer

• By choosing EPAM, you're getting a job at one of the most loved workplaces according to Newsweek 2021 & 2022 & 2023.
• Employee ideas are the main driver of our business. We have a very supportive environment where your voice matters
• You will be challenged while working side-by-side with the best talent globally. We work with top-notch technologies, constantly seeking new industry trends and best practices
• We offer a transparent career path and an individual roadmap to engineer your future & accelerate your journey
• At EPAM, you can find vast opportunities for self-development: online courses and libraries, mentoring programs, partial grants of certification, and experience exchange with colleagues around the world. You will learn, contribute, and grow with us

Life at EPAM

• EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. EPAM has been expanding in Singapore since 2013 and delivering the best solutions to our customers. As a recognized leader, EPAM Singapore achieved Great Place to Work Certification in 2023 and is committed to providing our team with inspiring careers.
• You will have the opportunity to work with fellow talented technologists and accelerate your career by participating in our numerous upskilling, training, and certification programs. That is why EPAM Singapore was awarded Gold for Best In-House Certification Programmes in the Employee Experience Awards 2023 and Silver in the SkillsFuture Employers Awards 2022 for our efforts in championing employees' skills development and building a lifelong learning culture at the workplace. You can also look forward to developing holistically with the multiracial festivals and various wellness and cultural activities organized by our passionate colleagues here.