Senior Software Engineer

Job Description:

We are looking for a Senior Java Developer with strong expertise in Apache Kafka and backend systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in Java (8/11+), Spring Boot, and building scalable, real-time data pipelines using Kafka.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot
• Design and implement Kafka-based messaging and streaming solutions
• Optimize Kafka performance (topics, partitions, consumers)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable microservices
• Ensure code quality and maintain best practices in a distributed environment

Required Skills:

• 6+ years in Java development
• 3+ years of hands-on Kafka experience (producers, consumers, streams)
• Strong knowledge of Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices
• Familiarity with Kafka Connect, Schema Registry, and stream processing
• Experience with containerization (Docker), CI/CD, and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Java Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Core Java and extensive experience in developing and deploying applications using Spring Boot, Apache Tomcat, and other related technologies. The candidate should possess expertise in building Restful Web Services, Microservices architecture, and be proficient in implementing multi-threading concepts.

Additionally, experience with Maven, Git, Jenkins, and Agile Scrum methodologies is essential for this role. The candidate should also have a solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes. Familiarity with various databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MongoDB, along with third-party API integration and payment gateway integration, is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, deploy, and maintain Java-based applications.

• Design and implement Restful Web Services and Microservices using Spring Boot.

• Utilize multi-threading concepts to enhance application performance.

• Integrate third-party APIs and payment gateways into applications.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.

• Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives.

• Ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.

• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.

• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in production environments.

• Document design decisions, processes, and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Java Developer with expertise in Core Java.

• Strong knowledge of Spring Boot, Apache Tomcat, and multi-threading concepts.

• Hands-on experience in building Restful Web Services and Microservices architecture.

• Proficiency in using Maven, Git, and Jenkins for build and deployment processes.

• Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodologies and SDLC processes.

• Experience working with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MongoDB.

• Demonstrated ability to integrate third-party APIs and payment gateways.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

• Familiarity with NoSQL databases like MongoDB.

• Knowledge of Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines

Real people. Real service.

At SupplyHouse.com, we value every individual team member and cultivate a community where people come first. Led by our core values of Generosity, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, and GRIT, we’re dedicated to maintaining a supportive work environment that celebrates diversity and empowers everyone to reach their full potential. As an industry-leading e-commerce company specializing in HVAC, plumbing, heating, and electrical supplies since 2004, we strive to foster growth while providing the best possible experience for our customers.

Through an Employer of Record (EOR), we are looking for a new, remote Backend Engineer in India to join our growing IT Team. This individual will report into our Full Stack Team Lead and have the opportunity to work on impactful projects that enhance our e-commerce platform and internal operations, while honing your skills in backend and full stack development. If you’re passionate about creating user-friendly interfaces, building scalable systems, and contributing to innovative solutions in a collaborative and fun environment, we’d love to hear from you! 

Role Type: Full-Time

Location: Remote from India

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 4:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time / 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Indian Standard Time to ensure effective collaboration 

Base Salary: $25,000 - $30,000 USD per year

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and refine requirements, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain scalable, high-performance software applications.
• Develop and enhance internal tools and applications to improve company operations.
• Ensure system reliability, optimize application performance, and implement best practices for scalability.
• Continuously improve existing codebases, conducting code reviews, and implementing modern practices.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in software development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in backend and/or full-stack development with a proven track record of delivering high-quality software.

Back-End Skills:

• Proficiency in Java and experience with back-end frameworks like Spring Boot.
• Strong understanding of database design, RDBMS concepts, and experience with SQL.
• Knowledge of RESTful API design and integration.

Development Lifecycle: Proven ability to contribute across the entire software development lifecycle, including planning, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

Tools & Practices:

• Familiarity with version control systems, like Git, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.

Additional Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and debugging capabilities.
• Ability to create reusable code libraries and write clean, maintainable code.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a team and across departments.
• High-level proficiency of written and verbal communication in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), and responsive design principles.
• Expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks and libraries such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Experience with cross-browser compatibility and performance optimization techniques. 
• Experience working on Frontend responsibilities such as: 
• Designing and implementing reusable, maintainable UI components and templates.
• Working closely with Designers to ensure technical feasibility and adherence to UI/UX design standards.
• Managing and updating promotional banners and site-wide templates to ensure timely execution of marketing initiatives.

Why work with us: 

• We have awesome benefits – We offer a wide variety of benefits to help support you and your loved ones. These include: Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options; Competitive Provident Fund contributions; Paid casual and sick leave, plus country-specific holidays; Mental health support and wellbeing program; Company-provided equipment and one-time $250 USD work from home stipend; $750 USD annual professional development budget; Company rewards and recognition program; And more!
• We promote work-life balance – We value your time and encourage a healthy separation between your professional and personal life to feel refreshed and recharged. Look out for our 100% remote schedule and wellness initiatives! 
• We support growth– We strive to innovate every day. In an exciting and evolving industry, we provide potential for career growth through our hands-on training, access to the latest technologies and tools, diversity and inclusion initiatives, opportunities for internal mobility, and professional development budget. 
• We give back –We live and breathe our core value, Generosity, by giving back to the trades and organizations around the world. We make a difference through donation drives, employee-nominated contributions, support for DE&I organizations, and more.  
• We listen – We value hearing from our employees. Everyone has a voice, and we encourage you to use it! We actively elicit feedback through our monthly town halls, regular 1:1 check-ins, and company-wide ideas form to incorporate suggestions and ensure our team enjoys coming to work every day. 

Check us out and learn more at https://www.supplyhouse.com/our-company! 

Additional Details: 

• Remote employees are expected to work in a distraction-free environment. Personal devices, background noise, and other distractions should be kept to a minimum to avoid disrupting virtual meetings or business operations.   
• SupplyHouse.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer, strongly values inclusion, and encourages individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position. 
• To ensure fairness, all application materials, assessments, and interview responses must reflect your own original work. The use of AI tools, plagiarism, or any uncredited assistance is not permitted at any stage of the hiring process and may result in disqualification. We appreciate your honesty and look forward to seeing your skills. 
• We are committed to providing a safe and secure work environment and conduct thorough background checks on all potential employees in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• All emails from the SupplyHouse team will only be sent from an @supplyhouse.com email address. Please exercise caution if you receive an email from an alternate domain.

What is an Employer of Record (EOR)?

Through our partnership with Remote.com, a global Employer of Record (EOR), you can join SupplyHouse from home, while knowing your employment is handled compliantly and securely. Remote takes care of the behind-the-scenes details – like payroll, benefits, taxes, and local compliance – so you can focus on your work and career growth. Even though Remote manages these administrative functions, you’ll be a part of the SupplyHouse team: connected to our culture, collaborating with colleagues, and contributing to our shared success. This partnership allows us to welcome talented team members worldwide while ensuring you receive a best-in-class employee experience.

Job Description:

We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Java Developer to join our development team. The ideal candidate should have solid experience in Java and should also be familiar with Kotlin for backend development. You’ll be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Java code.
• Work on Kotlin-based backend applications as per project requirements.
• Develop RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to these problems.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

We are seeking a highly skilled Backend Developer to join our team and contribute to the development and improvement of both our customer-centric SaaS platform and internal systems. As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the server-side logic of our application, ensuring high performance, scalability, and security.

As a Backend Developer with expertise in Java, and PostgreSQL, you will play a critical role in developing and maintaining the backend infrastructure of our SaaS and internal platforms, ensuring its reliability, scalability, and performance. Join our team and be a part of building cutting-edge software solutions that empower our customers and drive business growth.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers, product managers, and designers, to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Design and develop server-side logic, APIs, and database schema to support the functionality and performance requirements of our SaaS platform.
• Write clean, modular, and well-documented code using any relevant programming language preferably Java with SpringBoot.
• Optimize the backend systems for maximum speed and scalability, ensuring high performance and responsiveness of the application.
• Implement data storage solutions using PostgreSQL or other relational databases, ensuring data integrity and security.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to identify and resolve any issues or bugs in the backend code.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in backend development and contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes.

Requirements:

• Proven work experience as a Backend Developer or similar role, with a focus on server-side development.
• Proficiency in working with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL, and writing efficient SQL queries.
• Familiarity with SaaS concepts and architecture.
• Experience with API design and development, including RESTful APIs.
• Solid understanding of software development principles, including object-oriented programming, design patterns, and data structures.
• Experience with version control systems, such as Git.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred, but not mandatory.

• JAVA Microservices with AWS needed
• Provide solution architecture & design involving Cloud and DevOps
• Develop new microservices in a cloud-native way.
• Ensure the unit testing and code coverage are achieved as per the agreed percentage.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Optimize application for maximum performance and scalability.
• Collaborate, and coordinate with team members and key stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with different stakeholders.
• Ensure best practices & standards are followed during SDLC.
• Takes ownership of the whole solution from a technical perspective and ensures adherence to defined Architecture & Design.
• Ensures the latest technology standards, and guidelines are utilized for development.
• Performs consistent & adequate code reviews & feedback to the team.
• Training and induction of new resources on the projects.

Skills and Qualifications

• Deep understanding of OOPs and OOAD.
• Expert and hands-on in Java JEE and Spring framework, Spring Boot.
• Should have experience with RESTful web services and API standards.
• Should know various integration patterns in distributed environments.
• Working knowledge of microservice architecture and different design patterns.
• Hands-on in writing unit tests with Mockito and code coverage tools.
• Hands-on data modeling (Logical physical).
• Knowledge of RDBMS, SQL and any ORM framework (JPA, Hibernate etc.)
• Should know Event-driven and asynchronous programming using message broker.
• Should know about cloud IaaS, PaaS, SaaS and Serverless models of any cloud provider (AWS, Azure, GCP), preferably AWS.
• Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks like NodeJS (For the Backend) and Angular React (For Frontend) will be added advantage.
• Good to have DevOps related technologies like Container (Docker), Container Orchestrator (Kubernetes EKS)
• Excellent in communication