Senior Java Software Engineer (Backend - Kotlin/Spring/Kafka)

Join our team as a **Senior Java Software Engineer** specializing in Spring and Kafka to drive backend development and system improvements. You will work with cutting\-edge technologies like Kafka Streams, Databricks, Snowflake, and PostgreSQL to optimize data processing and integration. Apply now to contribute to scalable, resilient solutions in a collaborative setting. **Responsibilities** * Contribute to backend development using Spring and Kafka Streams in an event\-driven architecture * Design and implement scalable, real\-time data processing pipelines integrating Databricks, Snowflake, and PostgreSQL * Develop and optimize batch and streaming workflows using Python and PySpark * Collaborate through pair programming to share knowledge, improve code quality, and ensure consistent implementation standards * Analyze and modernize legacy systems to improve performance, maintainability, and scalability * Ensure best practices in software design, testing, and deployment * Work with CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments using Kubernetes * Collaborate with cross\-functional teams and stakeholders to design, develop, and deliver reliable technical solutions **Requirements** * 3\+ years of experience in Java development * Strong backend development experience with the Spring Framework * In\-depth knowledge of Kafka, including Kafka Streams and event\-driven architectures * Proficiency in Python and PySpark for data processing and analytics workflows * Experience with Databricks, Snowflake, and PostgreSQL in data\-heavy applications * Proven ability to refactor and enhance legacy systems for scalability and reliability * Familiarity with CI/CD, Kubernetes, and modern cloud deployment practices * Excellent problem\-solving, debugging, and optimization skills * Strong collaboration skills, with a preference for pair programming and knowledge sharing * English proficiency at the B2\+ level **Nice to have** * Experience with Kotlin for backend service development * Familiarity with Java\-based microservice ecosystems