Sr Staff Software Engineering- Java, Microservices, Cloud @ Black Duck Software

Software Engineering, Sr. Staff Engineer

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Sr Staff Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will collaborate and contribute to architecture and design decisions driving product direction, work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients and stakeholders

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and build microservice components, including platform services, that are essential for the secure and efficient management of the platform

• Collaborate with Product Management about feature development and maintenance, identify technical risks and obstacles, and propose solutions for them as needed.

• Manage time effectively and estimate projects and tasks.

• Contribute to artifact reviews of peers solution designs and implementations, covering specifications, code, and infrastructure.

• Design, Develop, and Maintain Applications: Utilize your deep knowledge of Java, and Spring Boot to create robust, scalable applications. Your work will involve writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code.

• Implement and Maintain REST APIs: Develop and manage RESTful APIs and Open API specifications to ensure seamless integration and communication between services.

• Interservice Communication: Use gRPC and RabbitMQ to facilitate efficient and reliable interservice communication, ensuring our systems are highly responsive and resilient.

• Deploy and Manage Applications: Leverage Docker and Kubernetes (K8S) to deploy, manage, and scale applications in a cloud environment, ensuring high availability and performance.

• Agile Development: Participate actively in agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, to deliver high-quality software in a timely manner.

• Collaboration: Work closely with team members, including developers, testers, and product managers, to ensure the successful delivery of software projects. Your ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team is crucial.

• Continuous Learning: Stay up to date with the latest technologies and industry trends. Apply new knowledge to improve our products and processes continuously.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree and a minimum of 10 years of related experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.

• Proven Experience: Demonstrated experience in Java and Spring Boot, with a strong understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns.

• Database Knowledge: Experience with database management systems, including SQL and NoSQL databases, to design and optimize database schemas and queries.

• API Expertise: Familiarity with Open API specifications and REST APIs, with the ability to design and implement scalable and secure APIs.

• Interservice Communication: Experience with gRPC and RabbitMQ for interservice communication, ensuring efficient data exchange between services.

• Cloud Platform Tools: Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes (K8S) for containerization and orchestration, enabling the deployment and management of applications in a cloud environment.

• Service-Oriented Architecture: Experience with service-oriented architecture (SOA), including designing and implementing services that are modular, reusable, and scalable.

• Application Security: Knowledge of application security principles and practices is a plus, helping to ensure our software solutions are secure and resilient against threats.

• Agile Methodologies: Understanding of agile application development methodologies, with experience working in agile teams to deliver software iteratively and incrementally.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a growth mindset and a willingness to tackle complex challenges.

• Communication and Teamwork: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

• Supervision and coaching: Normally receive little instruction on day-to-day work and general instructions on new assignments. May coach employees at lower levels.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: Attractive salary package with performance-based bonuses to reward your hard work and dedication.

• Comprehensive Insurance: Health, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family are well taken care of.

• Flexible Working Hours: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible working hours that accommodate your personal and professional needs.

• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth, including access to training programs, workshops, and conferences.

• Inclusive Environment: Work in an inclusive and diverse environment that values and respects every team members unique contribution.

• Paid Time Off: P aid time off policies, including vacation days, to support your well-being and family life.