Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Java Engineer with 4–8 years of experience in developing cloud-native applications using Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and Distributed Systems. The ideal candidate should have strong experience with transactional databases, cloud platforms (Azure and/or GCP), event-driven architectures, and NoSQL databases.
Responsibilities
· Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable microservices and applications.
· Build REST APIs and event-driven solutions using Java and Spring Boot.
· Collaborate with architects, product owners, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
· Participate in system design, code reviews, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
· Ensure application reliability, security, and scalability in cloud environments.
· Contribute to CI/CD, DevOps practices, and Agile development processes.
Requirements
Required Skills
· 4–8 years of hands-on experience in Java development.
· Strong expertise in Java 8+, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
· Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or other transactional databases.
· Hands-on experience with Azure and/or GCP cloud platforms.
· Experience with event streaming/messaging technologies such as Kafka, Azure Event Hub, RabbitMQ, or Google Pub/Sub.
· Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Redis, Cassandra, or Cosmos DB.
· Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and Git.
· Strong understanding of distributed systems, REST APIs, and cloud-native architecture.
Must-Have Skills: Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, PostgreSQL/MySQL, Azure/GCP, Kafka/Event Hub/Pub-Sub, NoSQL (MongoDB/Redis), Docker, Kubernetes.
Skills Required
- 4-8 years of hands-on experience in Java development
- Strong expertise in Java 8+, Spring Boot, and Microservices
- Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or other transactional databases
- Hands-on experience with Azure and/or GCP cloud platforms
- Experience with event streaming or messaging technologies such as Kafka, Azure Event Hub, RabbitMQ, or Google Pub/Sub
- Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Redis, Cassandra, or Cosmos DB
- Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and Git
- Strong understanding of distributed systems, REST APIs, and cloud-native architecture
What We Do
Staples India is Staples’ technology and innovation hub in Chennai, building platforms, systems, and digital solutions that support the company’s global operations and future of work. Staples serves consumers and businesses with workplace products and services, including office supplies, janitorial products, technology, furniture, breakroom essentials, print and marketing, shipping, travel, and promotional offerings. Its India teams focus on engineering, eCommerce, process optimization, and enterprise solutions.
