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Xtrackers SEA - WeMatch, AVP - Java Microservices Developer
Job Description:
Job Title: Xtrackers SEA - WeMatch, AVP - Java Microservices Developer
Location: Bangalore, India
Role Description
We are seeking an experienced Java Microservices Developer at AVP level with strong system design capabilities, enterprise mindset, and AI-assisted development approach. The role requires designing scalable, secure, and reusable solutions while leveraging AI tools to improve engineering productivity and delivery efficiency.
AI-Assisted Development (Primary Focus)
Actively leverage AI-powered tools (GitHub Copilot, Gemini, etc.) for:
Accelerating microservices development and API design
Generating boilerplate code, test cases, and documentation
Supporting debugging, issue analysis, and performance improvements
Refactoring code while maintaining standards and quality
Ensure validation of AI-generated solutions for:
Security, performance, and scalability considerations
Compliance with enterprise coding guidelines and standards
Drive responsible adoption of AI within the team and identify productivity improvement opportunities
What we'll offer you
As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you'll enjoy
Best in class leave policy
Gender neutral parental leaves
100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral)
Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents
Accident and Term life Insurance
Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above
Your key responsibilities
Design and develop enterprise-grade Java microservices using Spring Boot aligned to architecture standards
Define and implement robust API designs including versioning, pagination, error handling, and security best practices
Ensure APIs are scalable, backward compatible, and follow enterprise API governance standards
Implement microservices design patterns and choose appropriate solutions for given problem statements
Work on event-driven architecture using Kafka, messaging queues, and streaming concepts
Evaluate design trade-offs and provide recommendations for optimal solutions based on performance, cost, and scalability
Collaborate closely with architects and senior technical leads for solution design and implementation alignment
Analyze existing systems and ensure enhancements or fixes do not introduce regressions or performance issues
Drive reusable and extensible design thinking with a focus on long-term maintainability
Contribute to CI/CD, deployment strategies, and cloud-native implementations
Provide support for production issues including root cause analysis and stability improvements
Your skills and experience
Architecture and System Design Expectations
Strong understanding of API design principles including versioning, authentication, authorization, and rate limiting
Ability to design and implement event-driven systems using Kafka or similar technologies
Comfortable applying design patterns and selecting appropriate architectural approaches
Ability to articulate trade-offs between different design options
Database and Data Understanding
Strong understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases
Knowledge of ACID vs BASE properties
Understanding of CAP theorem and distributed data system trade-offs
Ability to choose appropriate data storage solutions based on use case
Technical Skills
Java and Spring Boot for microservices development
REST API design and implementation
Messaging systems such as Kafka, queues, or streaming platforms
Databases: Oracle, MS SQL, and exposure to NoSQL databases
Build tools such as Maven or Gradle
Version control using Git or Bitbucket
CI/CD pipelines and artifact management (Artifactory)
Containerization using Docker and Kubernetes
Cloud and Platform Awareness
Experience with cloud-based implementations (GCP preferred)
Understanding of cloud-native architectures and distributed systems
Engineering Practices
Strong adherence to coding standards and organizational development guidelines
Focus on writing clean, maintainable, and testable code
Ability to review code and enforce best practices across the team
Leadership and Collaboration
Collaborate effectively with technical stakeholders including architects and senior engineers
Provide inputs on design decisions, trade-offs, and implementation strategies
Mentor and coach junior developers and support them in resolving BAU issues
Promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the team
Ways of Working
Experience working in Agile environments
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
Ability to see the big picture while delivering