Senior Java Developer (Azure)

Role Overview
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Java Backend Developer with strong experience in cloud-native backend development and integrations across any major cloud platform (Azure).
This role combines deep expertise in Java backend engineering with the ability to design and build scalable, integration-heavy systems. While prior experience with Azure integration services (Logic Apps, Service Bus, APIs) as part of the role.
You will play a key role in developing robust backend services, event-driven architectures, and API-based integrations in a complex enterprise environment. The role requires strong hands-on development skills along with the ability to work across multiple systems and platforms.
You will collaborate closely with architects, product teams, and integration engineers to deliver secure, high-performing, and scalable solutions, and contribute to improving overall system design and engineering practices.

Requirements
🔹 Backend Development
Design, develop, and maintain Java-based backend services using modern frameworks such as Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Security
Build scalable and secure RESTful APIs and microservices
Implement business logic, validation, and data access layers
Experience with event-driven systems (Kafka)
Exposure to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience in large enterprise / integration-heavy environments
Ensure high-quality code through unit testing, code reviews, and best practices
Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability

🛠 Required Technical Skills
✔ Java & Backend
Strong proficiency in Java (11 or above)
Hands-on experience with Spring Boot and Spring ecosystem
Solid understanding of:
Microservices architecture
REST API design
Multithreading & concurrency
Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Azure SQL)

✔ Cloud Integration
Hands-on experience in cloud platforms - Azure
Strong understanding of API-based and message-based integrations
Azure Logic Apps
Azure Service Bus
Azure Functions
Azure API Management (APIM)
Azure Key Vault
Strong understanding of JSON, XML, and HTTP protocols

✔ Security (Good to have)
Experience with OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect
Knowledge of secure API design and authentication/authorization
Experience with managed identities and secure secret handling

🎓 Certifications (Good to have)
Candidates must have at least one of the following:
Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204)
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)