Backend Developer |Fiserv| Chennai | FTE Only

Photon; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech company in New Jersey is seeking a Java Backend Developer with over 5 years of experience in Java development. The role requires expertise in frameworks like Spring Boot and Kafka, along with strong problem-solving skills. Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes is essential. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or similar field and excel in collaborative team settings, following Agile methodologies. Competitive salary offers await.

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven experience as a Java Developer with successful project delivery.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration platforms.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems and event-driven architecture.

Skills

Java programming

Object-oriented design

Spring Boot

Apache Kafka

Docker

Kubernetes

MySQL

MongoDB

RESTful APIs

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Job description

Java Backend Developer

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years proven experience as a Java Developer with a strong track record of delivering successful projects.
• In-depth knowledge of Java programming language, object‑oriented design principles, design patterns and Java frameworks such as Spring Boot, Spring Batch, and Spring Cloud Stream, or other commonly used enterprise‑level applications.
• Hands‑on experience with Apache Kafka, including topics, producers, consumers, brokers, and stream processing.
• Solid understanding of distributed systems, asynchronous messaging, and event‑driven architecture, particularly in the context of Kafka.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• Proven experience with databases, both relational (e.g., MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB), and writing optimized queries.
• Experience in designing and developing RESTful APIs, ensuring security and scalability.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and modern CI/CD development tools.
• Strong understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum).