Job Title: Sr. Software Engineer (Java & Kafka)
Location: Newark, NJ (Hybrid)

Responsibilities:

• Develop event driven Kafka services using Java with a focus on containers running in AWS
• Develop cloud-native code intended for the AWS environment
• Creates automated Unit & Integration Tests with an eye toward quality testing and 80+% code coverage
• Perform code reviews for other peers in the team
• Works with users and QA to perform Quality Assurance testing of applications and resolves all reported defects/issues.
• Work in an Agile development environment, accurately estimating story points, meeting sprint deadlines
• Work to improve DevOps process to maximize CI/CD efficiency. Adjust Terraform code as needed for deployments.
• Ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical staff in a way that can be clearly understood by all

Required Skills and Experience:

• Have a high degree of understanding and command over the Java language
• 5+ years AWS experience
• 3+ years working with Kafka
• 1+ years working with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
• Must have previously worked on one or more projects that involve a full SDLC implementation
• Ability to work with GIT
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment

Additional skills and experience that would be considered a big plus:

• 1+ years using Python
• Experience with Lambda, DynamoDB, CloudWatch, Glue, SQS, Cognito IAM, and API Gateway
• Ability to document APIs using Swagger (or similar solution)
• Understanding of IAM roles and the concept of minimum privilege
• Experience with automated CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins