Job Description

5 - 7 Years
3 Openings
Trivandrum

Role description

Senior Backend Engineer (Java, Kafka, AWS)


We are looking for a

Senior Backend Engineer

to design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems. You will work on modern applications using

Java

,

APIs

,

Kafka

, and

AWS

, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

+ Design, develop, and maintain backend services using

Java

.
+ Build and manage

REST APIs

and

microservices

.
+ Develop event-driven systems using

Apache Kafka

.
+ Deploy and manage applications on

AWS

(EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, CloudWatch).
+ Write clean, efficient, and well-tested code.
+ Perform code reviews and mentor junior developers.
+ Troubleshoot performance, security, and reliability issues.
+ Work closely with frontend, DevOps, QA, and product teams.
+ Follow best practices for coding, testing, and CI/CD.

Required Skills & Technologies

+

6+ years

of backend development experience.
+ Strong experience in

Java

and object-oriented programming.
+ Hands-on experience with

REST APIs

and

microservices

.
+ Experience with

Apache Kafka

.
+ Experience with

AWS cloud services

.
+ Knowledge of

SQL and NoSQL databases

.
+ Familiarity with

Docker

and

Kubernetes

is a plus.
+ Understanding of

Agile/Scrum

and SDLC.

Soft Skills

+ Strong problem-solving abilities.
+ Good communication and teamwork skills.
+ Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.Additional Comments:

We are seeking a Senior Backend Developer with 6+ years of hands-on experience building scalable, performant backend systems. You will play a key role in architecting and developing backend services using Java, frameworks like Spring or Micronaut, and integrating with event-driven systems using Kafka. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, writes clean, testable code, and has a passion for delivering high-quality backend solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable backend services using Java (8+) and Spring Boot or Micronaut. Develop and expose RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL endpoints for frontend and external integrations. Work with Kafka or similar messaging platforms to implement event-driven architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Contribute to architectural decisions, technical documentation, and system design. Ensure high test coverage and participate in peer code reviews. Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitLab CI/CD. Monitor and troubleshoot production issues and improve system observability. Required Skills & Experience 6+ years of backend development experience with Java. Strong knowledge of Spring Boot and/or Micronaut frameworks. Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL. Proficiency with Kafka or other message brokers for event-driven systems. Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB). Familiarity with CI/CD tooling, especially GitLab, Jenkins, or similar. Good understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Skills

Java,Spring,Restful Api,Kafka

About UST

UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world's best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients' organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact--touching billions of lives in the process.