Java Developer (5 to 8 years) - Latin America

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Java Developer in Latin America.

As a Java Developer, you will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining scalable, high-performance applications in a cloud-first environment. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers, UX designers, and product stakeholders, to deliver robust solutions that meet business objectives. This role involves hands-on work with Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and cloud technologies, while also contributing to CI/CD pipelines, application security, and performance optimization. You will be part of a dynamic, remote-first team where technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and innovation are highly valued. The position is ideal for self-motivated professionals who thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments.

Accountabilities:

·         Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software applications using Java 8+, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.

·         Implement RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services to support scalable solutions.

·         Work with relational and NoSQL databases, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, or Cassandra.

·         Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.

·         Implement CI/CD pipelines and automate deployment processes to ensure efficient delivery.

·         Collaborate with front-end engineers, UX designers, and other stakeholders to deliver seamless user experiences.

·         Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and production issues while maintaining application performance and security.

·         Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and agile development processes to uphold best practices.

·         Stay up-to-date with emerging Java technologies and industry trends to inform continuous improvement.

·         5 to 8 years of professional experience in Java development.

·         Strong expertise in Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, and Spring Data.

·         Proven experience designing and developing Microservices architectures.

·         Proficiency with RESTful APIs and data formats such as JSON/XML.

·         Hands-on experience with SQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis, Cassandra).

·         Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

·         Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI/CD.

·         Solid understanding of multithreading, concurrency, and design patterns.

·         Exposure to message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ) is a plus.

·         Experience with Unit Testing (JUnit, Mockito) and integration testing.

·         Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities.

·         Experience working in Agile environments and collaborating across remote teams.

·         Preferred: GraphQL, Reactive Programming (WebFlux), Event-Driven Architecture, Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, Ansible), or domain experience in FinTech, Healthcare, or E-commerce. Certifications in AWS, Java (Oracle), or DevOps are advantageous.