Senior Java Software Engineer (Medellín)

Designation: Senior Software Engineer Preferred Experience: 4+ Years Job Summary: We are looking for a highly skilled Java developer to design, build, and lead the development of scalable backend systems. This role demands deep technical expertise in Java and modern microservices architecture, along with strong leadership capabilities. You will play a critical role in driving architectural decisions, mentoring engineers, and owning end-to-end delivery in a fast-paced Agile environment. Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop scalable, high-performance backend systems using Java (8/17) and Spring Boot
- Contribute to frontend components using the Java Struts framework
- Architect and implement microservices-based systems with a focus on scalability, resilience, and maintainability
- Lead technical design discussions, perform code reviews, and enforce engineering best practices
- Define system architecture, API contracts, and service communication patterns
- Implement event-driven architectures using Pub/Sub or messaging systems
- Optimize application performance using Redis caching and efficient MySQL database design
- Build and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes
- Ensure high availability, fault tolerance, and observability across services
- Deploy and manage applications on AWS and/or GCP
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Helm
- Ensure smooth release cycles with automated testing and deployment strategies
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product, DevOps, and QA

Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 4+ years of experience in backend development with strong expertise in Java and Spring Boot
- Proven experience in designing and building microservices architecture
- Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and containerization
- Experience with event-driven systems (Pub/Sub, Kafka, or similar)
- Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and distributed system design Postúlate en Kit Empleo: kitempleo.com.co/empleo/1b1ed1