GCP Java Engineer

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About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Java Developer with deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and a strong focus on API development, data scripting and analysis, automation testing, and performance optimization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience designing, deploying, and managing cloud-based applications using GCP services, driving automation, and ensuring system reliability through robust CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and alerting. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions, provide production support, and contribute to continuously improving our systems and processes.

         What You’ll Do

 API Development and GCP Architecture

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure APIs using Java, Spring Boot, and services in Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Leverage GCP services such as Cloud Functions, Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, API Gateway, and Cloud Monitoring to architect, monitor, and optimize
  cloud-based applications.
• Implement best practices in API security and performance optimization to ensure high availability and reliability of services.

Data Scripting and Automation

• Write and optimize data scripts for analysis and automation tasks using languages like Python, SQL, and Shell scripting.
• Implement and enhance automated testing frameworks to ensure code quality, including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing.

CI/CD and DevOps Collaboration

• Collaborate with the DevOps team to maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines,ensuring fast, reliable delivery of code to production using tools such as Jenkins,
  GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
• Ensure continuous integration and deployment of applications with seamless version control and testing automation.

Performance Optimization and Monitoring

• Conduct performance testing and optimization to maintain low-latency, high-throughput systems using tools such as JMeter.
• Build and manage effective monitoring and alerting systems using tools like Grafana or Splunk to proactively identify and resolve production issues.

Cross-functional Collaboration and Agile Participation

• Participate in Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and continuously refine processes to improve delivery efficiency.
• Collaborate with product managers, QA engineers, and other developers to deliver high-quality software that meets business requirements.
• Provide production support, troubleshooting and addressing issues in real-time as part of a rotation schedule.
• Effectively communicate complex technical ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Support technical evaluations of other consultants when required, contributing to the assessment of skills and alignment with project needs

   

  What You Bring

• 6+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on Java-based API development and automation.
• Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot for backend API development.
• Strong experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services, including Cloud Functions, Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, and API Gateway. GCP
  certifications, such as Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect or Google Cloud Developer, are highly desirable.
• Experience with microservices architecture and serverless design patterns.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and SQL for automation and data analysis.
• Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, Cloud SQL, and NoSQL databases such as Firestore and Bigtable.
• Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Selenium, Postman).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
• Experience with performance testing and optimization using tools like JMeter.
• Knowledge of monitoring and alerting systems like Grafana or Splunk.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, Deployment Manager).
• Practical knowledge of virtual private clouds (VPCs), firewalls, load balancers, and Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles.
• Proven experience working in Agile environments using methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment to understand business requirements and translate them into production-ready systems.
  

  What We Offer

• 100% remote work to provide flexibility and work-life balance.
• Company laptop and necessary equipment to perform your role effectively.
• Competitive salary package aligned with local market benchmarks.

Xebia is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.