What are the responsibilities and job description for the Java Software Engineer position at Zodiac Solutions, Inc?
Job title : L3/L4 Java Backend Developer
Location : Alpharetta, GA (Hybrid)
Job Type : Contract (W2 Only)
Interview Mode – Final round is In -Person
Local Candidates only.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Proven experience in Java development (Java 8 or higher) with a focus on data-intensive applications.
- Strong expertise in SQL, including complex query writing, database optimization, and stored procedures.
- Deep understanding of Apache Kafka architecture, including Kafka Streams, producer/consumer patterns, topic management, partitioning, and replication.
- Hands-on experience integrating Kafka with microservices for real-time data processing.
- Solid experience with microservices architecture design, RESTful APIs, and service-oriented development.
- Familiarity with Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and related frameworks.
- Proficiency with containerization (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes).
- Knowledge of relational (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases as needed.
- Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.).
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and optimize database and messaging system performance.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.