Lead Backend Java Engineer with Devops

**Principal Java Engineer \- Full Stack Backend Engineer with DevOps experience** **Shift Timings: USA, PST (Pacific Standard Time)** **Location: Remote (Brazil)** We're seeking a seasoned Java Engineer who can own services end\-to\-end, from development through production infrastructure management. **What You'll Do:** * Design and build scalable APIs and backend services using Java * Implement security best practices including authentication, authorization, and secure coding * Develop event\-driven architectures using Kafka * Design and optimize PostgreSQL databases * Manage infrastructure as code using Terraform * Deploy and orchestrate services with Kubernetes **What We're Looking For:** * 10\+ years of Java development experience (Spring Boot preferred) * Strong API development and RESTful design skills * Hands\-on experience with Kafka and PostgreSQL * Proven ability with Terraform and Kubernetes * Security\-minded approach to development * Experience with microservices architecture * Ability to own projects from concept to production **Requirements:** * Must have overlapping working hours with PST (Pacific Standard Time) * Strong communication skills in English * Self\-starter who can work independently