Senior Java Software Engineer

We’re looking for highly motivated candidates who are passionate about the art and science of software development, possess a strong can-do attitude, and want to be part of a world-class team with a passion for excellence. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a loosely structured organization, and be capable of working on a number of assignments in parallel.Responsibilities include:·      Research and evaluate emerging technologies to address complex engineering challenges and develop proof-of-concept prototypes to validate proposed solutions. ·      Collaborate closely with Product and Engineering Management to define Functional Specifications and Design Documents for NextLabs products and solutions. ·      Lead the definition, design, and development of products and their constituent components, ensuring adherence to architectural best practices. ·      Deliver best-in-class architecture, technical solutions, and production-quality code across the full software development lifecycle. ·      Drive initiatives to enhance system performance, scalability, and reliability of NextLabs products. ·      Partner with Quality Assurance and Technical Publications teams to facilitate comprehensive testing coverage and accurate technical documentation. ·      Work alongside Professional Services to ensure that delivered solutions are maintainable, supportable, and aligned with customer deployment needs. ·      Investigate and resolve customer-reported issues, providing timely and effective solutions to ensure customer satisfaction and product stability.·      Coordinate with cross-functional engineering teams including NextLabs Asia offices to ensure compatibility with existing components and deliver cohesive, integrated solutions.Requirements:Education & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience).Minimum of 4 years of professional software engineering experience.Technical SkillsProficient in Java 8 and above, with solid hands-on development experience.Experienced with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Hibernate, JUnit, and build tools such as Gradle or Maven.Strong foundation in Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD) principles.Demonstrated experience designing and building RESTful APIs.Solid working knowledge of at least one relational database such as Oracle, MS SQL, or PostgreSQL.Functional understanding of cryptography concepts and authentication protocols.Basic proficiency in UNIX environments and shell scripting.Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm charts is a plus.Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure is a plus.Soft SkillsStrong written and verbal communication skills.Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.Self-motivated with the ability to rapidly acquire and apply new technologies.Collaborative team player with a proactive and ownership-driven mindset.