Application Developer

Job Description: Java Developer

Experience: 5+ Years

Location: Bangalore

Work Mode: Hybrid

Mandatory Skills:

• Strong experience in Java, Spring Boot & Microservices
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka
• Experience working with Git, REST APIs & SQL
• Good understanding of Generative AI / GitHub Copilot
• Strong knowledge of software development, debugging and performance optimization
• Good communication and problem-solving skills

Role & Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and maintain scalable Java-based applications.
• Develop and integrate Kafka-based event-driven services.
• Utilize Copilot/AI-assisted development tools to improve development productivity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, testing and production support.

Key Responsibilities

• Frontend Development: Designing and building responsive, interactive user interfaces using React.js, HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Backend Development: Developing robust, scalable server-side applications and microservices using Java and the Spring Boot framework.
• API Integration: Creating and consuming RESTful APIs to ensure seamless communication between the React frontend and the Java backend.
• Database Management: Designing and optimizing database schemas and queries using SQL (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle) or NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) databases.
• State Management: Managing application state in React using tools like Redux, Hooks, or Context API.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Writing unit and integration tests using frameworks such as JUnit for backend and Jest or React Testing Library for frontend.
• DevOps & Deployment: Collaborating on CI/CD pipelines and using containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes for application deployment. 
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Required Skills & Qualifications

• Core Technical Skills:
• Deep proficiency in Java (8+) and the Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data JPA).
• Expertise in React.js workflows, component-based architecture, and hooks.
• Strong understanding of Microservices architecture and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience & Education:
• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Proven experience (often 1–5+ years depending on seniority) in full-stack development.
• Tools: Version control systems like Git, build tools like Maven or Gradle, and Agile project management tools like Jira. 
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Typical Salary Ranges (India)

• Freshers: ₹3.8 Lakh to ₹12 Lakh per year.
• Experienced (5+ years): ₹18 Lakh to ₹30 Lakh+ per year.
• Average (General): Approximately ₹29 Lakh per year for high-demand specialized roles. 

  Minimum 3+ Years of Core Java Programming with Collections Framework, Concurrent Programming, Multi-threading (Good knowledge in Executor service, Fork joins pool and other threading concepts)

·       Good knowledge of the JVM with an understanding of performance and memory optimization.

·       Extensive and expert programming experience in JAVA programming language (strong OO skills preferred).

·       Excellent knowledge on collections like, Array List, Vector, LinkedList, HashMap, Hash Table, HashSet is mandate.

·       Exercised exemplary development practices including design specification, coding standards, unit testing, and code-reviews.

·       Expert level understanding of Object-Oriented Concepts and Data Structures

·       Good experience in Database (Sybase, Oracle or SQL Server) like indexing (clustered, non-clustered), hashing, segmenting, data types like clob / blob, views (materialized), replication, constraints, functions, triggers, procedures etc.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Involvement in the full software development life cycle within broadly defined parameters and

providing software solutions keeping into consideration, the software quality needs.

• Design and defining the interaction between the different component pieces.

• Write efficient code based on brief given by team lead.

• Fast prototyping of proof-of concept features / application based on brief.

• Develop and maintain new features on Java stack.

• Own the delivery of an entire piece of a system or application.

• Management and execution against project plans and delivery commitments.

• Work closely with the peers and Leads to develop the best technical design and approach for new

product development.

• Build software solutions for complex problems.

• Compliance with build/release and configuration management process.

• Responsibility to develop unit test cases for his/her project module.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

WORK EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND THAT A CANDIDATE SHOULD HAVE WHEN APPLYING FOR

POSITION

• 5+ years of proven experience as a Software Developer, Software Engineer or similar role

• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies

• B.E./ B.Tech. / M.E. / M.Tech. / M.S. in Computer Science, Electronics or a related field.

• Experience with software design and development in a test-driven environment

• Knowledge of coding languages (e.g. Java, JavaScript) and frameworks/systems

• Experience with databases (Oracle / Postgre) and Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) frameworks

• Ability to learn new languages and technologies

• Excellent communication skills

• Resourcefulness and troubleshooting aptitude

PREFERRED SKILLS

ADDITIONAL SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE THAT WOULD BE CONSIDERED FAVORABLE FOR A CANDIDATE WHO IS

APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION.

• Excited about the start-up company “experience”.

• BS/MS in Computer science preferred.

• Full project lifecycle experience.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

As a Tech Lead I (Backend) at Gocomet, you will be pivotal in driving backend development initiatives. Your role will involve leading the design and implementation of robust backend systems, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end.

You will work closely with other team leads and departments to define and meet the technical and business requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Backend vision & ownership: Architect and implement scalable and efficient backend solutions, contributing significantly to the design and overall architecture, keeping in mind a long term vision of the product & scale.
• Optimize Performance: Focus on optimizing the application for maximum speed and scalability, including database optimization, effective caching strategies, improving code health, code design & refactoring, etc.
• Technical Innovation: Suggest innovative solutions wherever required for problems related to new product requirements & scale related issues. Stay abreast of emerging backend technologies and trends, advocating and leading the adoption of technologies that will give a competitive edge to our products.
• Mentor and Guide: Provide mentorship and guidance to backend development team members, ensuring the dissemination of best practices and efficient use of technology stacks. Take ownership of hiring & building a high quality backend team.
• Quality Assurance: Uphold high standards in code quality, including rigorous code review processes, and ensure adherence to industry best practices in backend development.

Experience & Skills:

• Backend Expertise: 4-6 years of experience in backend development, with a deep understanding of server-side logic, architecture design & handling scalability issues.
• Cloud & DevOps exposure: Experience with Cloud (GCP or AWS) with a deep understanding of different services, resources utilisations, CI/CD pipelines, Observability tools (Sentry, New Relic / Datadog, etc.) and an ability to debug infra related issues.
• Strong Technical Skills: Strong expertise in a Backend development framework (preferably Ruby on Rails but not mandatory), SQL & NoSQL database technologies.

(like Postgresql and MongoDB), Caching (Redis), Async job frameworks (like Sidekiq), etc.

• Problem-Solving Ability: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, research ability with a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated experience in mentoring backend development teams and taking complete tech ownership.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical challenges and solutions to both technical and non-technical team members.
• Continuous Learning: A commitment to continuous learning and staying current with the latest backend development trends and technologies.

Benefits:

• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Dynamic & high-performing team that thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Cutting-edge technology stack and tools.
• Make a significant impact on our products and the user experience.
• Join a team of passionate, creative, and driven individuals.
• 5 Days working.
• Flexible Working Hours.
• Experience good work culture with regular fun activities.
• Health medical insurance coverage with Family, etc.

Job Location: Bangalore

Why Gocomet?

GoComet is a dynamic SaaS start-up that provides AI-powered transportation visibility solutions to revolutionize the trillion-dollar logistics sector. At GoComet, we are revolutionizing the logistics sector one day at a time, and every team member is committed to making it a reality.

We're seeking individuals who embody our core values, character, and attitude. While we recognize that skills can be developed with the right mindset and learnability, we prioritize those who share our philosophy. Our recruitment processes reflect this belief.

Look no further if you're looking for a diverse, talented, and vibrant workplace that recognizes and rewards hard work. We're ambitious, fast-paced, and unafraid to experiment, fail, learn, and ultimately succeed. This is us! Join our team if you share our culture and values.

We're an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome qualified applicants from all races, colors, religions, sexes, nationalities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and abilities.

We are hiring for multiple positions.

For any queries, feel free to write to Know more about us:

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Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Lead one of the product verticals in the development of technology strategy, planning, hiring and execution of the next iteration of the WeInvest platform.

• Institutionalize a strong software engineering culture and facilitate a rapid, iterative, layered development approach.

• Be hands on with the coding, evaluate design and architecture choices, do in-depth code reviews, and implement standards and practices for software development.

• Inspire the engineering team to build quality, scalable code by pairing with team members periodically.

• Participate in the definition and management of high-quality product roadmaps based on business, product & tech strategy.

• Proactively identify and resolve strategic issues that may impair the team’s ability to meet strategic, financial, and technical goals.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Masters /BE/ B.Tech from a reputed institute

• About 6-10 years professional experience in software development.

• Excellent logical and analytical reasoning capabilities combined with strong knowledge of core

computer science concepts like algorithms, data structures, software design patterns, OOP etc.

• Should have experience in all the phases of SDLC

• Must have experience in leading a team. (At least 2-3 people)

• Be an expert in ruby on rails with experience OR from Fintech, Wealth Management OR Investment

• Management Domain with experience in any of the programming languages (Java/Python/Ruby).

• Breadth of experience in multiple technologies, tools, frameworks and processes is a big plus.

• Excellent understanding of core computer science concepts like algorithms, data structure,

Software design patterns, OOP etc. Be able to lead the team in design & architecture discussions,

introduce new tools, concepts & process to the team and guide other members of the team.

• Experience working in an agile team with software engineering practices like automated testing,

test- driven-development, continuous integration etc is a big plus.

• Excellent oral and written communication.