Must Have Technical/Functional Skills:
- Core Languages: Deep expertise in Java (often Java 11/17/21+ depending on the organization).
- Frameworks: Extensive experience with the Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring MVC) and Hibernate.
- Databases & Integration: Strong knowledge of SQL, messaging systems (e.g., Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ), and ETL workflows.
- Methodologies: Proficiency in Agile/Scrum, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud deployment platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
- Architecture & Design: Define system architecture, design microservices, and ensure scalability and high performance of back-end systems. [1, 2, 3].
- Hands-On Development: Write complex code, build Proof of Concepts (PoCs), and develop/maintain RESTful APIs. [1, 2, 3]
- Team Leadership & Mentorship: Guide software engineers, conduct code reviews, and enforce engineering best practices (e.g., TDD/BDD). [1, 2].
- Delivery Management: Collaborate with product and business teams to plan releases, estimate effort, and resolve technical blockers impacting delivery. [1, 2].