Lead Java Engineer (Azure)

We are seeking a Lead Java Engineer who brings extensive backend development expertise along with a strong grasp of cloud-based architectures. The right candidate will have practical experience working with Java, Spring Boot, microservices and Azure.
Responsibilities
Architect, build and support backend services leveraging Java and Spring Boot
Develop scalable microservices and cloud-native solutions
Design and manage RESTful APIs and integrations
Work closely with architects, DevOps engineers, QA teams and business stakeholders
Participate in system design, technical decision-making and architecture conversations
Maintain high standards of code quality, performance, scalability and security
Assist with deployment, monitoring and troubleshooting of cloud-based applications
Requirements
Proven expertise in Java and Spring Boot
Background in designing and developing microservices
Practical experience working with Azure
Solid grasp of REST APIs, databases and distributed systems
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and current development practices
Sound knowledge of unit testing and integration testing
Excellent problem-solving abilities and communication skills
Nice to have
Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
Exposure to Kafka or similar messaging systems
Understanding of serverless services
Hands-on experience with Terraform or infrastructure as code