- Location
- Chennai, TN,IN, IN
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Mid
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Source
- Eightfold
Description
We are seeking a Mid-Level Java Microservices & Data Platform Engineer to support a strategic GenAI-driven modernization initiative focused on enhancing the Banzai producer experience. This role will play a critical part in designing, developing, and optimizing scalable backend systems and real-time data pipelines.
The ideal candidate brings strong experience in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture, along with exposure to distributed data platforms and modern cloud-native technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
\- Design and develop scalable microservices using Java 8 and Spring Boot
\- Build and maintain RESTful APIs supporting high-volume enterprise applications
\- Develop and optimize data pipelines for batch and streaming workloads
\- Enhance Kafka-based real-time data processing systems
\- Contribute to Spark-based ETL processes and data transformation pipelines
\- Implement observability solutions using tools like Grafana and Splunk
\- Deploy and manage applications on Kubernetes/OpenShift environments
\- Ensure system performance, reliability, and security through best practices
\- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate systems with Hadoop/Databricks ecosystems
Required Skills & Qualifications:
\- 5–7 years of experience in backend development
\- Strong proficiency in Java 8 and Spring Boot microservices
\- Experience with REST API development and integration
\- Knowledge of Kafka and event-driven architectures
\- Exposure to Spark or large-scale data processing frameworks
\- Experience with container platforms (Kubernetes/OpenShift)
\- Familiarity with monitoring tools (Grafana, Splunk)
\- Understanding of CI/CD and version control tools (Git, Bitbucket)
Preferred Qualifications:
\- Experience in enterprise data platforms
\- Exposure to cloud-native architectures and data lake environments (Databricks/Hadoop)
\- Experience in secure application development and authentication mechanisms
Location: Chennai, India
Experience Level: Mid-Level (5–7 years)
This Mid-Level Developer role (5–7 years experience, Chennai) is critical to supporting a high-priority strategic initiative focused on modernizing the Banzai producer experience. The role directly contributes to backend platform development, including microservices architecture, data pipeline optimization, and real-time processing systems.
The position requires expertise in Java-based microservices, along with working knowledge of distributed data ecosystems involving Kafka, Spark ETL processes, and Kubernetes deployments. These capabilities are essential to delivering scalable, observable, and high-performance data platforms integrated with Hadoop/Databricks environments.
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## Job Family Group:
Technology
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## Job Family:
Applications Development
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## Time Type:
Full time
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## Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.
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## Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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