Java Backend Engineer

Mandatory Criteria :

• Candidate must have Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes of atleast 2 years in production environments.
• Candidate should have Expertise in at least one public cloud platform [GCP (Preferred), AWS, Azure, or OCI).
• Proficient in backend programming with Python, Java, or Kotlin (at least one is required).
• Candidate should have strong Backend experience.
• Hands-on experience with BigQuery or Snowflake for data analytics and integration.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Cloud Backend Engineer with 4–7 years of experience, who has worked extensively on at least one major cloud platform (GCP, AWS, Azure, or OCI). Experience with multiple cloud providers is a strong plus. As a Senior Development Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, building, and scaling backend services and infrastructure on cloud-native platforms.

# Experience with Kubernetes is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, reliable backend services and cloud-native applications.
• Build and manage RESTful APIs, microservices, and asynchronous data processing systems.
• Deploy and operate workloads on Kubernetes with best practices in availability, monitoring, and cost-efficiency.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and product teams in an agile environment.
• Ensure high code quality through testing, reviews, and documentation.

Required Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes of atleast 2 years in production environments (mandatory).
• Expertise in at least one public cloud platform [GCP (Preferred), AWS, Azure, or OCI].
• Proficient in backend programming with Python, Java, or Kotlin (at least one is required).
• Solid understanding of distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-native architecture.
• Experience with containerization using Docker and Kubernetes-native deployment workflows.
• Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working across multiple cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Exposure to monitoring, logging, and observability stacks (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Cloud Monitoring).
• Hands-on experience with BigQuery or Snowflake for data analytics and integration.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of NoSQL databases or event-driven/message-based architectures.
• Experience with serverless services, managed data pipelines, or data lake platforms.

Job Description: We are looking for a talented and motivated Software Engineer with

expertise in both Windows and Linux operating systems and solid experience in Java

technologies. The ideal candidate should be proficient in data structures and algorithms, as

well as frameworks like Spring MVC, Spring Boot, and Hibernate. Hands-on experience

working with MySQL databases is also essential for this role.

Responsibilities:

● Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications using Java technologies.

● Implement robust solutions using Spring MVC, Spring Boot, and Hibernate frameworks.

● Develop and optimize database operations with MySQL.

● Analyze and solve complex problems by applying knowledge of data structures and

algorithms.

● Work with both Windows and Linux environments to develop and deploy solutions.

● Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time.

● Ensure application security, performance, and scalability.

● Maintain thorough documentation of technical solutions and processes.

● Debug, troubleshoot, and upgrade legacy systems when required.

Requirements:

● Operating Systems: Expertise in Windows and Linux environments.

● Programming Languages & Technologies: Strong knowledge of Java (Core Java, Java 8+).

● Frameworks: Proficiency in Spring MVC, Spring Boot, and Hibernate.

● Algorithms and Data Structures: Good understanding and practical application of DSA

concepts.

● Databases: Experience with MySQL – writing queries, stored procedures, and performance

tuning.

● Version Control Systems: Experience with tools like Git.

● Deployment: Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, Docker (optional)

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer

Division/ Department: Technology

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Work Location: Noida

Desired Work Experience: 4+ years

Weekly Off: Saturday & Sunday

About Aakash Technology Innovation Lab

Are you passionate about transforming the field of education as we know it?

The way education is imparted has been disrupted massively due to forces such as ed-tech digital revolution, the advancement in artificial intelligence technology and the pandemic. Given the rapid pace of transformation, the vision of the Technology Innovation Lab at Aakash is to make the education of the future a reality. The Technology Innovation Lab aims to leverage state-of-the-art technologies to develop industry-defining bleeding-edge solutions for a student-first world-class hybrid learning experience. This involves -

• Reimagining and conceptualizing how education will be imparted in the future in the omni-channel and immersive learning environment
• Building data platforms such as Power BI dashboards to facilitate students, parents, teachers and the business 
• Creating applications to support the futuristic tech-enabled smart classrooms
• Conceptualizing and developing mobile and web applications for seamless customer experience
• Developing Internet of Things (IoT) driven integrations into applications to build futuristic learning experience
• Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to identity interventions to boost student performance

If this excites you, we might have the perfect opportunity for you in the world’s most valued ed-tech company!

About Aakash - AESL

Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), commonly known as Aakash, is one of the most leading educational services institution providing comprehensive test preparatory services for students preparing for medical and engineering entrance examinations, school/board exams and competitive and scholarship exams such as NTSE, KVPY, and Olympiads. 

AESL also partnered with Blackstone, a global investment management firm. 

With more than 32 years of operational experience in the test preparatory coaching industry, the company has a pan India network of 220+ Aakash centres with an annual student base 2,50,000+ students and an employee count of more than 4700.

Purpose of the Role

Develop software solutions that enable the students, parents and teachers to have superior learning and teaching experiences, both inside and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop state-of-the-art high performance and low latency software applications for mission critical systems
• Contribute in all the phases of the software development lifecycle
• Craft a well-designed, testable, efficient code
• Perform object-oriented analysis and design using common design patterns.
• Effectively and seamlessly manage communication with all stakeholders.
• Manage and provide live support to the developed applications

Qualification/ Experience

Must-Have Preferred

Education B.E / B.Tech Information Technology / Computer Science/ Information Science

• Experience 4+ years of hands-on experience in designing and developing applications using Java EE, Spring, Spring MVC, Spring Boot Frameworks
• Experience with test-driven development
• Experience with relational databases (MySql, Oracle, Postgres) or NoSql Databases (Cassandra, MongoDb, CouchDb) .
• Agile programming (Sprint, Scrum) experience
• Skills Understands version control branching strategies
• Understands different major language paradigms (object oriented /functional /reactive)
• Understanding and some experience in programming with AWS SDK
• Knowledge of Kafka and Redis

Competencies

Behavioral Competencies Level Functional Competencies Level

1 Team Player Written and Verbal Communication

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What We Offer

As a technology professional in Aakash Technology Innovation Lab we offer you an opportunity to - 

• Become a pioneer of the education of the future by reimagining and building innovative solutions for the ed-tech industry leading hybrid learning experience
• Be a force of technological disruption as a part of a passionate and high growth team on an exciting endeavor to transform the education industry
• Belong to an upbeat, flexible and relaxed work culture with a specific focus on collaboration
• Craft an excellent career at Aakash through a broad realm of career tracks and opportunities
• Excel in your chosen stream and become a renowned technologist in the ed-tech industry with heavy investment from the business into your learning, exposure and growth
• Have a highly competitive compensation and benefits package 

• Strong experience in Java programming.
• Must have experience on MicroServices using Spring boots /Jersy /Swagger / any other Microservices technology stack
• Good experience in either Spring or Hibernate
• Must have at least 1to 2 years’ experience in Web application
• Knowledge of OOP concepts, industry best practices, and design
• Good understanding of web technology/enterprise-level applications
• Good to have experience in JavaScript frameworks
• Good to have experience in Agile Methodology

• Self-motivated and a Quick Learner
• Creative ideas with a problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to consistently perform and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and follow-through
• A good understanding of customer satisfaction
• Ability to work effectively in a team as well as in an individual environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Understand the fundamentals of Software Engineering, such as Data Structures, Algorithms, Design Patterns
• Ability to write Java applications using Spring, Springboot or any other microservices frameworks
• Experience in the development of REST applications, in Java or Kotlin
• Capable of writing effective APIs
• Solid knowledge of JVM fundamentals such as classloading, memory management, garbage collection
• Demonstrated experience in platform API design and development
• Knowledge on microservice and event-driven architecture
• Experience in working with version control frameworks such as Git (preferable), SVN
•      Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB or Cassandra) & Relational Databases
• Solid understanding of TDD & Agile principles such as CI / CD, with a proven track record of implementing solutions centred around those concepts
• Excellent communication, collaboration, reporting, analytical and problem solving skills

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• Work with product managers to understand product requirements and make them live.
• Ownership of end to end development

• Startup mindset of getting things done and focussing on business goals
• Proven problem solving skills
• 3+ years Hands on experience in designing and developing applications using server side technology (Java, Spring Boot / Node.js, Express)
• Excellent knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL and ORM technologies
• Good knowledge of design patterns
• Proficiency in REST architecture
• Experience with test-driven development
• Experience with Git/CI/CD/Gradle/Maven
• Inclination towards writing quality and performant code

• Experience in Agile development
• Performance tuning, testing, refactoring and automation
• Experience working with AWS Cloud and Devops technologies (terraform , cloudformation, ansible)
• Experience running a production environment

Java, J2EE, Spring Boot, REST services, PostgreSQL

Experience with Elastic Search or any NoSQL DB is preferable

Required Experience : 2 to 6 Years

Technical Skillsets Required :