Java Backend Developer (Coding 80%) - Alpharetta, GA (Locals only)

Hiring | Java Backend Developer (80% Coding)Location: Alpharetta, GA (Local GA Candidates Only)Experience: 8+ YearsVisa: W2 or 1099 OnlyImportantLocal Georgia candidates onlyIn-person interview is mandatoryWe are looking for a highly skilled Java Backend Developer with strong expertise in Java, SQL, Apache Kafka, and Microservices to build high-performance, real-time, data-driven applications.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain Java-based microservices applicationsBuild scalable, high-throughput data pipelines using Apache KafkaDevelop and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and database performanceDesign and integrate RESTful APIs with enterprise applicationsDevelop Kafka producers, consumers, streams, topics, and messaging workflowsDeploy and manage applications using Docker and KubernetesPerform code reviews and ensure best coding practicesTroubleshoot production issues related to Kafka, databases, and application performanceCollaborate in Agile/Scrum teams to deliver scalable backend solutionsRequired Skills8+ years of Java Development experience (Java 8+)Strong expertise in Spring Boot and Spring CloudAdvanced SQL development and database optimizationHands-on experience with Apache Kafka (Streams, Producers, Consumers, Topic Management, Partitioning & Replication)Strong Microservices Architecture experienceREST API development and integrationDocker & KubernetesCI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.)Experience with relational databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL)Strong debugging and performance tuning skillsPreferred SkillsReal-time data streaming experienceRabbitMQ knowledgeExperience building enterprise-scale Kafka data pipelinesOpen-source Kafka contributions (preferred)