JOB LEVEL
P30

EMPLOYEE ROLE
Individual Contributor

Role Description

We are looking for a skilled Software Developer with strong Java expertise and a solid foundation in data structures and algorithms. The ideal candidate will have experience building and operating scalable backend systems, working with cloud and CI/CD ecosystems, and collaborating across teams to deliver reliable, secure, and high-quality software.

This role requires strong problem-solving ability, ownership attitude, and effective communication skills to work in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java.
• Write clean, efficient, and testable code following best engineering practices.
• Implement and optimize algorithms and data structures for performance-critical systems.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams including DevOps, Security, and Product.
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and technical discussions.
• Solve production issues and ensure system reliability at scale.
• Contribute to user documentation and internal presentations.

Required Qualifications

• 4-6 years of hands-on software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java and object-oriented design principles.
• Solid understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Experience with relational databases (preferably Oracle or similar).
• Familiarity with build and dependency tools such as Maven.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.
• Working knowledge of cloud platforms (preferably AWS).
• Experience with messaging systems such as ActiveMQ (or similar).
• Exposure to modern deployment and GitOps tools (e.g., Argo CD).
• Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Preferred / Good to Have

• Experience working with large-scale systems.
• Understanding of PKI, digital certificates, and code-signing workflows.
• Familiarity with software supply chain security concepts.
• Experience building secure and compliant engineering systems.
• Exposure to containerization and Kubernetes environments.
• Prior experience in performance optimization and system design.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to clearly present technical ideas and solutions.
• Ownership attitude with attention to quality and detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Comfortable engaging with interested parties and leadership when required.

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