IT Software Engineer - Cloud & Database Management

Primary Skills: NoSQL Databases (Proficient), MySQL/MSSQL (Expert), Java Programming (Strong), GCP & Kubernetes (Experienced), DevOps (Strong) Contract Type: W2 Duration: 06 Months Location: Santa Clara Office - Onsite Pay Range: $70- $75 per hour This role may require travel to business meetings and events and requires reliable transportation to do so. If a hire chooses to drive with customers as their passengers or for other business reasons, hires must be in possession and maintain a valid driver’s license. Job Summary: We are seekg a inSenior IT Software Engineer specialized in both NoSQL and MySQL/RDBMS databases, with profound Java programming skills and extensive experience in cloud-based technologies, specifically GCP and Kubernetes. The candidate should be an expert in designing, querying, and optimizing databases, as well as developing scalable, secure, and high-performance microservices using Spring Boot. The role requires a solid understanding of DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, version control, and automated testing frameworks. Key Responsibilities: Design, optimize, and manage NoSQL and MySQL databases, ensuring high performance and availability. Develop and maintain scalable and secure microservices using Java and Spring Boot, integrated with various databases and adhering to RESTful API standards. Implement and manage cloud infrastructure and services on GCP, focusing on GKE for application deployment, scaling, and management. Configure and optimize Kubernetes clusters for containerized applications, employing best practices for networking, service discovery, and autoscaling. Spearhead the integration of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines using GCP tools, version control with Git, and automated testing. Must-Have Skills: Expertise in NoSQL and MySQL/RDBMS database management. Advanced proficiency in Java and Spring Boot development. Strong experience with GCP, Kubernetes, and DevOps practices. Industry Experience: Prior experience in software engineering roles within cloud computing or relevant IT domains is required. ABOUT AKRAYA Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environment. Most recently, we were recognized Inc's Best Workplaces 2024 and Silicon Valley's Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Journal (2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022) Industry Leaders in IT Staffing As staffing solutions providers for Fortune 100 companies, Akraya's industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space. We don't just connect you with great jobs, we connect you with a workplace that inspires Join Akraya Today Let us lead you to your dream career and experience the Akraya difference. Browse our open positions and join our team