Purple Drive
Job Description
Java backend developer with Redis
NYC/Lake Mary, FL
Key Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain backend microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and related frameworks
Implement and optimize Redis data structures (caching, pub/sub, data persistence) to support low-latency, high-throughput use cases
Produce clean, maintainable, and well-tested code (unit, integration, and performance tests)
Collaborate with DevOps to containerize services (Docker), deploy on Kubernetes, and automate CI/CD pipelines
Troubleshoot, profile, and tune application performance, memory usage, and concurrency issues
Participate in Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and contribute to backlog grooming
Mentor junior engineers and share best practices in code reviews, design sessions, and knowledge-sharing forums
Drive technical design discussions and contribute to architectural roadmaps
Required Qualifications
10+ years of professional Java backend development experience
Strong expertise in Redis (caching patterns, cluster setup, replication, persistence strategies)
Hands-on experience with Spring Boot
Solid understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design
Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
Familiarity with message-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ)
Expertise in Git, build tools (Maven/Gradle), and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.)
Preferred Skills & Experience
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Background in financial services or other regulated industries
Familiarity with security best practices (OAuth2, JWT, encryption, vulnerability scanning)
Contribution
Java backend developer with Redis
NYC/Lake Mary, FL
Key Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain backend microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and related frameworks
Implement and optimize Redis data structures (caching, pub/sub, data persistence) to support low-latency, high-throughput use cases
Produce clean, maintainable, and well-tested code (unit, integration, and performance tests)
Collaborate with DevOps to containerize services (Docker), deploy on Kubernetes, and automate CI/CD pipelines
Troubleshoot, profile, and tune application performance, memory usage, and concurrency issues
Participate in Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and contribute to backlog grooming
Mentor junior engineers and share best practices in code reviews, design sessions, and knowledge-sharing forums
Drive technical design discussions and contribute to architectural roadmaps
Required Qualifications
10+ years of professional Java backend development experience
Strong expertise in Redis (caching patterns, cluster setup, replication, persistence strategies)
Hands-on experience with Spring Boot
Solid understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design
Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
Familiarity with message-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ)
Expertise in Git, build tools (Maven/Gradle), and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.)
Preferred Skills & Experience
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Background in financial services or other regulated industries
Familiarity with security best practices (OAuth2, JWT, encryption, vulnerability scanning)
Contribution