Associate Staff Engineer, Java Fullstack (React)

At Nagarro, an Associate Staff Engineer specializing in Java Fullstack (React) is responsible for writing and reviewing high-quality code, understanding client requirements, and designing effective solutions. You’ll coordinate application development and support UAT and production rollouts while giving constructive feedback to team members.

To qualify for the Associate Staff Engineer position at Nagarro, candidates should possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, along with 5+ years of hands-on experience in Java Full Stack development, including expertise in frameworks like Spring Boot and front-end technologies such as React.

As an Associate Staff Engineer at Nagarro, you will work with various technologies, including Java frameworks, React for front-end development, cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, and database systems like PostgreSQL and CosmosDB. Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for application deployment is also essential.

Candidates for the Associate Staff Engineer position at Nagarro should have strong problem-solving skills, knowledge of UML and design patterns, and proficiency in writing REST APIs and Web Services. Good communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams are also crucial.

Excelling in the Associate Staff Engineer role at Nagarro requires a strong inclination for continuous learning, the ability to simplify complex solutions, and collaborative skills. It's important to stay updated on industry trends and to actively seek opportunities for innovation in your work.

When discussing your experience with Java frameworks, highlight specific projects where you utilized Spring Boot to build applications, emphasizing how you implemented Microservices architecture and overcame challenges in system scalability and maintenance.

In your response, focus on detailing how you've developed Single Page Applications with React, discussing your experience with component management, state handling, and any integration of RESTful APIs. Consider mentioning any specific libraries or tools you've utilized alongside React.

When answering this question, share your systematic approach to debugging, such as utilizing logging tools, analyzing stack traces, and collaborating with team members for troubleshooting. Provide a specific example of a complex bug and how you resolved it.

Discuss your experience with managing multiple priorities by emphasizing your organizational skills, use of project management tools, and ability to communicate effectively with teams to set clear deadlines and expectations.

Illustrate your understanding of REST APIs by discussing their role in enabling communication between client and server applications. Share examples from your experience where you've designed or consumed REST APIs, focusing on endpoint definitions and data exchange.

Elaborate on your coding practices, mentioning methods such as code reviews, unit testing, and adhering to coding standards. Emphasize how you maintain code quality and take feedback positively to enhance both individual and team outcomes.

Share your methods for keeping up-to-date, such as following industry blogs, participating in webinars, and engaging in online coding communities. Highlight any resources you find particularly useful for learning new Java technologies and frameworks.

Think of a specific instance and outline the project's context, your leadership role, and the strategies you employed to foster teamwork and meet project goals. Emphasize your communication skills and ability to motivate your team.

Detail your experiences deploying applications in cloud environments, focusing on the services you've used (like storage, compute, etc.) and how cloud architecture has improved project scalability and efficiency in your work.

When responding, mention your experience with PostgreSQL in managing relational databases, detailing tasks such as data modeling, writing complex queries, and optimizing performance for the databases you have worked with.