Synechron
Java Backend Developer with Kafka and SQL
Alpharetta, GA · Senior
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About the role
- Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams.
- With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.
- Additional Information* The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain Java-based microservices applications with a focus on efficient data processing and real-time messaging.
- Architect and implement robust data pipelines utilizing Kafka streams, topics, producers, and consumers to facilitate high-throughput, fault-tolerant data exchange.
- Develop complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and optimize database operations for relational databases.
- Collaborate with product owners, architects, and other developers to create scalable solutions that leverage Kafka's capabilities.
- Build and consume RESTful APIs, and integrate with third-party services while ensuring data consistency and integrity.
- Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and maintain high-quality software.
- Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions.
- Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more.
- We are seeking a highly skilled Java Developer with strong expertise in SQL and Apache Kafka, coupled with extensive experience in designing, developing, and deploying microservices architectures.
- The ideal candidate will excel at building scalable, high-performance data-driven solutions, leveraging Kafka for real-time messaging and data streaming, and integrating complex data systems with Java applications.
Requirements
- Proven experience in Java development (Java 8 or higher) with a focus on data-intensive applications.
- Strong expertise in SQL, including complex query writing, database optimization, and stored procedures.
- Solid experience with microservices architecture design, RESTful APIs, and service-oriented development.
- Familiarity with Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and related frameworks.
- Proficiency with containerization (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes).
- Knowledge of relational (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases as needed.
- Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.).
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
- Experience with real-time data streaming and processing frameworks.
- Familiarity with message queuing systems like RabbitMQ (optional).
Nice to have
- Preferred, but not required:
Compensation
- With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.
- The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.
- In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Alpharetta, GA is $105k - $110k/year & benefits (see below).
Benefits
- A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
- 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
- Maternity & paternity leave plans.
- A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
- Retirement savings plans.
- A higher education certification policy.
- Commuter benefits (varies by region).
- Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative 'Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture - promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all.
- We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.
Company info
- We are At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better.
- S YNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
- Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an
Equal opportunity
- equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
- We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company.
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