Senior Java Backend Developer- Kafka, MQ

Job Description

Title: Senior Backend Java Developer – Kafka, MQ

Location: Toronto – Hybrid (4 Days WFO)

Experience Required: 10+ Years

Role Summary:

We are seeking a Senior Backend Developer with strong expertise in Java and modern microservices architecture. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance applications using Spring Boot, REST APIs, and event-driven technologies such as Kafka and MQ.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring Framework and Spring Boot (2.x).
  
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs and microservices following industry best practices.
  
• Implement event-driven and messaging solutions using MQ and Kafka.
  
• Develop data access layers using Hibernate, SQL, and Oracle databases.
  
• Optimize performance by writing efficient SQL queries and tuning database interactions.
  
• Handle data serialization and exchange using JSON.
  
• Ensure application security, scalability, reliability, and high availability.
  
• Contribute to job orchestration and workflow processing within the platform.
  
• Enhance logging, monitoring, and system reliability.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders for delivery alignment.
  

Primary Skills:

• Java (Advanced Concepts)
  
• Spring Framework, Spring Boot (2.x)
  
• REST APIs, Microservices Architecture
  
• Kafka, MQ (Messaging Systems)
  
• Hibernate, SQL, Oracle
  
• JSON
  

Requirements
50-65