The Principal Software Engineer – Java will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, mentoring and maintaining high-performance IT system for Hapag-Lloyd. The role requires deep expertise in Java and microservices-based architecture, along with a strong focus on code quality, performance, and scalability. The ideal candidate will be a passionate engineer who thrives in a Java development agile environment and brings a solution-oriented mindset to collaborative product development.
As a senior technical expert, you will be responsible for low-level and high-level architectural design, mentoring developers, and working closely with team in Hamburg & Chennai. The ideal candidate is a passionate, solution oriented engineer with a proven track record in leading technical projects within an agile environment.
ResponsibilitiesSoftware Development & Design:
- Design and develop scalable, reliable, and high-performance applications using Java, JPA, Kafka, Microservices, Junit, API and PostgreSQL.
- Lead low-level and high-level design discussions and decisions for scalable architecture.
- Build and maintain microservices architecture using industry best practices. Drive technology innovation.
- Write clean, efficient, well-documented code with high unit test coverage using JUnit.
Mentorship:
Mentor and guide developers and team members in coding standards, best practices, and problem-solving. Conduct regular code reviews, peer programming, and provide technical leadership to ensure code quality and continuous improvement.
Systems Integration & Tools:
Work with messaging systems such as Kafka to build real-time data processing services. Implement and optimize data access using SQL /PostgreSQL databases. Participate in the design and implementation of DevOps pipelines for CI/CD.
Quality, Testing & Documentation:
Conduct regular code reviews and participate in peer programming and Peer coding Review. Perform system testing, validation, and verification across development stages. Contribute to technical documentation throughout the software development lifecycle.
Agile Collaboration & Continuous Improvement:
Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Engineering Managers, Scrum Masters, and developers in agile teams. Participate in sprint planning, retrospectives, and demos. Remain current on new technologies and drive adoption of best engineering practices across the team.
Qualifications- 7–10 years of hands-on experience in development using Java, JEE, JPA, JUnit, Kafka, and Microservices.
- Good Experience in AWS. Strong experience in architectural design – both low-level and high-level.
- Experience building distributed systems and working in microservices-based architecture.
- Proficient with Kafka and message-driven architecture. Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL).
- Sound understanding of modern DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and cloud deployment.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum-based teams with exposure to software lifecycle tools (e.g., Git, Jenkins, JIRA).
Our global network spans 140 countries, 400 offices, and a growing portfolio of terminal and infrastructure investments. This scale enables us to deliver consistent, high‑quality service across continents and to support our customers in even the most complex supply chains.
When you join us, you become part of more than 18,000 colleagues working across borders, functions, and cultures, to not only to deliver quality for our customers, but to create innovation and opportunities across roles, regions, and perspectives.
We believe that every exploration is a chance to grow, and every port is a place to belong.
Technology center in Chennai
Welcome to Hapag-Lloyd Technology Center Chennai: Where Innovation Thrives
Hapag-Lloyd Technology Center Chennai, located in the Chennai World Trade Center, is more than just a captive center; it's a beacon of technological innovation. Hand in hand, with two other Hapag-Lloyd IT Hubs in Hamburg (Germany) and Gdansk (Poland), we are ushering in a new era of IT excellence.
Hapag Lloyd Technology Center was opened on June 1st, 2023, with a goal to rapidly expand, envisioning a team of 400+ experts in the coming years.
HLTC Leaders of Innovation
Leading HLTC Chennai are Balamurugan Palanivelu (CEO), Balaji Ramamoorthy (CTO), Vaishali Shetty (CHRO), and Sameer Saxena (CFO).
At Hapag-Lloyd Technology Center, our team is in constant expansion mode. Join us as we continue to grow and innovate! Your expertise can play a vital role in our dynamic and evolving environment.
Global Excellence in IT – Trusted Partner to Grow Your Career
Our Global ONE IT operates across three strategic hubs worldwide: Germany, Poland, and India. Together, we are dedicated to perfecting Hapag-Lloyd's IT solutions. With nearly 200 years in the business, innovation has always been in our DNA.
Our enduring presence makes us a reliable employer for those seeking a workplace that successfully adapts to a changing world, embracing ecological trends and innovation. At Hapag-Lloyd, your work is not only engaging but also has a real impact on our reality.
As we continue to evolve and enhance our market position, we are actively seeking the best IT experts to bring their diverse perspectives to our team.
Join us and be part of a team that is driving innovation, ecological responsibility, and excellence in IT. Your career will thrive with us!
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Perks and Benefits at HLTC :
- Recreation: Play area with PS5, Table Tennis, Foosball, Carrom, and Chess
- Financial & Health: Provident Fund, Gratuity, Performance Bonus, Medical Insurance, Leave Travel Allowance
- Work-Life Balance: Hybrid model after 3 months based on Manager's approval (3 days in office, 2 days WFH), Generous Leave Policies
- Facilities: Car/Bike Parking, Food Court, Modern Office Environment
- Professional Development: HL Academy - Training Programs, Career Growth Opportunities, Employee Referral Policy,IJP.
Skills Required
- 7-10 years hands-on Java development experience
- Experience with JEE
- Experience with JPA
- Experience with JUnit and strong unit testing practices
- Proficient with Kafka and message-driven architectures
- Experience building microservices and distributed systems
- Strong experience with PostgreSQL or relational databases and SQL
- Good experience with AWS (cloud deployment)
- Strong low-level and high-level architectural design skills
- Sound understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization
- Experience with Git, Jenkins, and JIRA (software lifecycle tools)
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams
- Mentoring and technical leadership experience
What We Do
With a fleet of 280 modern container ships and a total transport capacity of 2.1 million TEU, Hapag-Lloyd is one of the world’s leading liner shipping companies. In the Liner Shipping segment, the Company has around 13,700 employees and 400 offices in 140 countries. Hapag-Lloyd has a container capacity of 3.1 million TEU – including one of the largest and most modern fleets of reefer containers. A total of 114 liner services worldwide ensure fast and reliable connections between more than 600 ports on all the continents. In the Terminal & Infrastructure segment, Hapag-Lloyd has equity stakes in 20 terminals in Europe, Latin America, the United States, India, and North Africa. Around 2,900 employees are assigned to the Terminal & Infrastructure segment and provide complementary logistics services at selected locations in addition to the terminal activities.
