Senior Java Developer (Kafka / Splunk / API)

Role: Senior Java Developer

Work Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Contact: Sachin.s@synechron.com

Our Challenge:

As a Senior Java Developer, you will collaborate with stakeholders across the business to work on complex technical requirements. You will be responsible for managing multiple engagements, prioritize and resolve complex problems and escalate as necessary, in a fast-paced environment.

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Java applications with a focus on performance and reliability.
• Create and manage RESTful APIs for seamless communication between systems and services.
• Implement and manage Apache Kafka for real-time data processing and streaming applications.
• Utilize Splunk for log analysis, monitoring, and creating dashboards to visualize application performance.
• Deploy and manage applications on Azure, utilizing cloud services such as Azure Functions, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), and Azure DevOps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and provide technical solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, mentoring junior developers, and promoting best practices in software development.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues in a timely manner.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to enhance development practices.

Requirements:

You are:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of professional experience in Java development.
• Strong experience with RESTful API design and implementation.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka, including producing and consuming messages.
• Proficiency in using Splunk for log management and application monitoring.
• Solid understanding of Azure cloud services and experience in deploying Java applications.
• Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Knowledge of CI/CD processes and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Docker).
• Experience with Agile methodologies and working in a collaborative team environment.

It would be great if you also had:

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Azure Developer Associate, Kafka certifications).
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and design patterns.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

We can offer you:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package
• A multinational organization with 55 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• Laptop and a mobile phone
• 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)
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

SYNECHRON’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. 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 strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.