Senior Backend Engineer

TekWissen - Sunnyvale, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Sunnyvale, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Backend Engineer position at TekWissen involves developing high-volume, low-latency applications using Java and related technologies. The role requires expertise in the full software development lifecycle, from concept to delivery, and emphasizes collaboration within a team environment while mentoring junior members. The position is contract-based and requires onsite work in Sunnyvale, CA.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-volume, low-latency applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
• Write well-designed, testable, and efficient code.
• Ensure designs follow specifications and deliver superior engineering outcomes.
• Support continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies for architectural review.
• Drive technical vision and influence product roadmap and vision.
• Work in a team environment and mentor junior team members.
• Engage in team leadership and people management.

Requirements

• 7+ years of coding experience in Java, Microservices, Spring Boot, and API Development.
• Proficient in Core Java technologies and Spring framework.
• Hands-on experience in developing RESTFUL web services and Spring Boot based microservices.
• Working experience with databases such as Oracle, MS SQL Server, and NoSQL databases like MongoDB, Cassandra, or Redis.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Knowledge of IDEs like Eclipse, IntelliJ, and UNIX scripting.
• Good understanding of DevOps concepts and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and Bamboo.
• Excellent communication skills and active participation in team discussions.
• Specialist in Object Oriented analysis and design using common design patterns.
• 3+ years of experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience with Jira and Confluence is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with good interpersonal skills and a customer service-oriented attitude.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the Retail/Grocery industry is preferred.
• Prior client experience is a plus.