Software Engineer(Java+API+Python)

As a Software Engineer focusing on Java and API Development, you will develop and maintain scalable APIs using RESTful services, integrate them with different systems, create Excel plugins, collaborate with DevOps teams for deployment, troubleshoot issues, and participate in code reviews to uphold code quality.

To apply for the Software Engineer role, you should have a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science, along with at least 5 years of experience in designing large-scale APIs and data solutions, a strong understanding of RESTful principles, and familiarity with programming in Java, Python, and API security measures.

For the Software Engineer position, you should be well-versed in Java, API Development, as well as Python. Familiarity with web frameworks like Express.js, Flask, and Spring, alongside knowledge of SQL, NoSQL databases, and API documentation tools like GitHub is essential.

Our company's work culture emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning, and open communication. As a Software Engineer, you'll engage with various teams, participate in code reviews, and be encouraged to pursue professional development opportunities to keep your skills sharp and relevant.

Our company prioritizes compliance with data protection regulations by embedding best practices in software development. As a Software Engineer, you will work closely with stakeholders and keep abreast of industry standards to ensure that all applications and APIs operate within legal bounds.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you created or maintained APIs using Java. Discuss the architecture, any challenges you faced, and how you ensured scalability and efficiency.

Discuss your systematic approach to identifying and solving problems, emphasizing your familiarity with debugging tools and techniques, along with your experience in conducting code reviews to prevent issues early on.

Talk about your experience with automated testing frameworks, the importance of code reviews, and mention specific methodologies you follow to ensure that your APIs are robust and meet user requirements consistently.

Emphasize your communication skills and your ability to conduct effective meetings or interviews. Share an example where you successfully translated business needs into technical specifications.

Mention any specific resources you follow, such as blogs, communities, or conferences. Also, discuss how you apply continuous learning in your workplace to integrate new technologies into your projects.

Provide insights into the types of databases you have used, the reasons for choosing one over the other in specific scenarios, and how you've leveraged either SQL or NoSQL in your API projects.

Discuss key security concepts like OAuth, JWT, and rate limiting. It’s beneficial to also provide examples of how you've implemented these measures in your previous projects to secure APIs against threats.

Be specific about the project, your role in it, and how using Agile impacted the team's dynamics and productivity. Detail how you adapted to changes and collaborated with the team throughout the project.

Explain the importance of API versioning, how you manage it in your projects, and tools you use (like Github) to document changes effectively for the end-users and developers.

Narrate a specific instance where you encountered a tough bug, your process to investigate it, the solution you implemented, and the lessons you took away from that experience.