Skill: Kafka Developer
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
We are seeking an experienced Java/Kafka Developer with strong expertise in Java, J2EE, Spring Boot, Microservices, Kafka, REST APIs, and Distributed Systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing scalable, high-performance, event-driven applications while leveraging modern development and DevOps practices. This role requires hands-on experience in building cloud-ready enterprise solutions, integrating distributed systems using Kafka, and driving CI/CD automation through Jenkins and modern DevOps tools.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Application Development:
Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise-grade applications using Java and J2EE technologies. Build scalable and resilient microservices using Spring Boot and Spring Framework. Develop reusable, maintainable, and high-quality code following industry best practices. Participate in the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) from requirements through deployment and support. Troubleshoot and resolve application performance and production issues.
Microservices & API Development:
Design and implement RESTful APIs and service integrations. Develop loosely coupled microservices architectures for highly scalable applications. Define API contracts, security standards, and integration patterns. Implement API versioning, monitoring, logging, and error handling strategies. Collaborate with frontend and integration teams to ensure seamless connectivity.
Kafka & Event-Driven Architecture:
Design and implement event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka. Develop Kafka producers, consumers, and stream-processing applications. Build high-throughput and fault-tolerant messaging solutions. Configure and optimize Kafka topics, partitions, and consumer groups. Monitor message delivery, performance, and reliability. Troubleshoot distributed messaging and data consistency issues.
Distributed Systems Engineering:
Develop highly available, fault-tolerant distributed applications. Implement asynchronous communication and event-driven processing patterns. Design scalable architectures capable of handling high transaction volumes. Ensure application resiliency, reliability, and performance optimization. Participate in architecture reviews and technical design discussions. Database Development & Optimization:Design and develop database solutions using: Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL. Create and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and database objects. Perform data modeling and database performance tuning. Ensure data integrity, consistency, and security. Support database migration and modernization activities. Cloud & DevOps. Participate in cloud-native application development and deployment initiatives. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins. Automate build, deployment, testing, and release processes. Implement DevOps best practices for continuous integration and delivery. Support infrastructure automation and deployment environments. Collaborate with DevOps teams to improve deployment efficiency and reliability.
Code Quality & Be st Practices:
Conduct peer code reviews and enforce coding standards. Promote secure coding practices and application security compliance. Ensure proper unit testing, integration testing, and automation coverage. Utilize Git for source code management and version control. Manage dependencies and builds using Maven.
Agile Collaboration:
Participate in Agile ceremonies including: Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives. Collaborate closely with Business Analysts, Architects, QA Engineers, and Product Owners. Provide technical estimates and support project planning activities. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Salary Range - $100,000-$120,000 a year
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
Discretionary Annual Incentive. Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans. Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves. Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection. Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement. Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays. Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.