Senior JAVA Backend Engineer - Remote

As a Senior JAVA Backend Engineer, your key responsibilities will include designing and developing scalable backend systems using Java Spring Boot, implementing microservices architectures, managing relational and NoSQL databases, and optimizing system performance. You will also have a role in mentoring junior engineers and ensuring best coding practices are followed.

To be considered for the Senior JAVA Backend Engineer position, candidates should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field. Additionally, a minimum of 10 years of backend development experience, particularly in microservices architecture and Java Spring Boot, is required.

A Senior JAVA Backend Engineer will work on a variety of projects related to building and maintaining backend systems, implementing microservices, and optimizing database performance. You will also contribute to events-driven architectures and participate in developing CI/CD pipelines.

Candidates should have a strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot, experience with containerization tools like Docker, and familiarity with orchestration platforms such as OpenShift or Kubernetes. Additionally, knowledge of CI/CD tools, relational and NoSQL databases, and event-streaming platforms like Kafka is essential.

Collaboration is crucial for a Senior JAVA Backend Engineer, as you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers and DevOps engineers. Effective communication and teamwork are key to delivering seamless solutions and promoting a culture of knowledge sharing.

When answering this question, clearly outline your experience with transitioning monolithic applications to microservices. Highlight specific projects where you developed microservices using Java Spring Boot, how you ensured modularity, and discuss challenges faced along the way.

Use this opportunity to describe your knowledge of performance monitoring tools, identifying bottlenecks, and optimizing queries. Discuss your experiences in using techniques such as caching strategies, indexing in databases, and load balancing to enhance system efficiency.

Clearly articulate your practices in implementing CI/CD pipelines. Discuss specific tools you've used, such as Jenkins or GitLab CI, and highlight how automated testing and deployment processes improve the overall workflow and product quality.

Explain your systematic approach to debugging, including identifying the source of the issue, utilizing logging and monitoring tools, and how collaboration with other team members can aid in resolving complex problems swiftly.

Mention specific design patterns you've worked with, such as Singleton, Factory, or Observer. Explain why you choose these patterns based on scenarios, and describe how they enhance code maintainability and scalability.

Provide a concise overview of a challenging project, the specific hurdles you faced, such as tight deadlines or technical limitations, and detail your strategies for overcoming these challenges, demonstrating leadership and problem-solving skills.

Discuss your experience with creating and optimizing databases, mentioning specific relational and NoSQL databases you've worked with. Highlight your understanding of database design principles and any challenges you faced during implementation.

Describe your role in conducting code reviews, establishing coding standards, and how you encourage best practices within the team. Include examples of tools used for static code analysis or testing frameworks that help maintain high code quality.

Share your mentoring philosophy and methods, such as conducting regular knowledge-sharing sessions, offering constructive feedback during code reviews, and providing support in their professional development to help them grow as engineers.

Discuss strategies for managing time effectively under pressure, such as prioritizing tasks, breaking down large projects into manageable pieces, and maintaining open communication with your team about progress and challenges ahead.