Job descriptionPosition Description: We are looking for a strong Java Backend Engineer to work on a high-scale distributed reporting platform that delivers millions of reports daily to global clients. You will be part of a dynamic team building and enhancing microservices-based systems with high availability, performance, and security. Responsibilities: ▪️ Design, develop, enhance, and support distributed, multi-tier applications. ▪️ Apply strong object-oriented design (OOD), algorithms, and programming skills to build scalable systems. ▪️ Collaborate closely with internal teams, external clients, and end users to understand requirements and deliver solutions. ▪️ Participate in system integration efforts, requirements analysis, and platform evolution. ▪️ Contribute to the modernization of the platform, including adoption of: • Containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) • Distributed coaching and messaging systems (Redis, Kafka) • Emerging GenAI and LLM-based capabilities ▪️ Operate within Agile methodologies to maximize productivity and client satisfaction Qualifications: Skills Required: ▪️ Strong programming experience in Java and Spring (5+ years). ▪️ Solid working knowledge of Unix/Linux environments, APIs, and shell scripting. ▪️ Experience with distributed systems, algorithms, web services, and multi-threaded applications. ▪️ Proficiency with relational databases (Sybase or other RDBMS), including complex stored procedures. ▪️ Hands-on experience using Redis as a distributed cache. ▪️ Good understanding of frontend technologies: modern JavaScript frameworks (React or Angular). ▪️ Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. ▪️ Clear verbal and written communication skills. ▪️ A collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively as part of a team. Skills Desired: ▪️ Service-oriented architecture (SOA) and messaging systems (IBM MQ Series). ▪️ Web and integration technologies such as Spring MVC, CXF, Servlets. ▪️ Container and platform technologies: Docker / Podman, Kubernetes. ▪️ Datastores: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and event streaming with Kafka. ▪️ Security technologies including Secure Credentials Vault (SCV), mTLS/TLS, and OIDC. ▪️ JVM performance monitoring and tuning tools. ▪️ Scripting and automation with Python, Bash, or Perl. ▪️ Exposure to GenAI tools, LLMs, or agentic AI frameworks. Minimum 3+ years of experience Required Skills: - Ability to write robust and maintainable code in Core Java and Python. - Effective troubleshooting skill across Code, O/S, network, and storage and hardware - Strong communication and interpersonal skills Desired Skills: - Good knowledge and experience of using container orchestration system like Kubernetes, container tooling like podman - Experience with Agile development methodology and tools like GIT, Jira, BitBucket and Jenkins - Familiarity with web technologies like Spring, React, HTTP, JavaScript, Angular . - Familiarity with data technologies like DB2, Sybase or Postgres and Mongo - Familiarity with Cloud/Azure/AWS - Familiarity with Linux, Shell scripts - Experience working in a large, multi-national enterprise in any industry vertical, showing experience of communicating and collaborating in globally distributed teams.