Java Developer

About the Role
Happiest Minds is looking for an experienced Java Developer . The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, AWS, Docker, Apache Kafka, and AWS Lambda .
The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance applications and cloud-native microservices while working closely with internal teams and client stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
 

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using Java and Spring Boot .
   
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and Microservices .
   
• Build cloud-native applications and services using AWS .
   
• Develop event-driven solutions using Apache Kafka .
   
• Design and implement serverless applications using AWS Lambda .
   
• Containerize applications using Docker and follow modern deployment practices.
   
• Write clean, maintainable, reusable, and high-quality code.
   
• Perform unit testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
   
• Work on application integration with databases, APIs, messaging systems, and cloud services.
   
• Collaborate with architects, developers, QA teams, and client stakeholders to deliver business solutions.
   
• Participate in code reviews and follow software development best practices.
   
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely resolutions.
   
• Contribute to Agile ceremonies, technical discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
   

Mandatory Skills
 

• Strong hands-on experience with Core Java
   
• Spring Boot
   
• Microservices Architecture 
   
• AWS
   
• Apache Kafka
   
• Docker
   
• AWS Lambda
   
• Strong understanding of REST APIs
   
• Good knowledge of object-oriented programming and software design principles
   

Good-to-Have Skills
 

• AWS services such as EC2, S3, API Gateway, CloudWatch, ECS/EKS 
   
• CI/CD pipelines
   
• Git / GitHub / GitLab
   
• Kubernetes
   
• SQL / NoSQL databases
   
• Event-driven architecture
   
• Agile/Scrum methodology
   
• Cloud-native application development
   

Candidate Profile
 

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
   
• Good understanding of scalable and distributed application architecture.
   
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, client-facing environment.
   
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.