Senior/Staff Java Backend Engineer

Business Area:

IT

Seniority Level:

Mid-Senior level

Job Description:

At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we're the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry. Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world’s largest enterprises.

We are seeking an experienced Senior/Staff Java Backend Engineer to join our team as an independent contributor who will operate with significant autonomy. This role requires a self-directed professional capable of making architectural decisions, owning complex projects end-to-end, and driving technical initiatives with minimal supervision.

As a Sr./Staff Software Engineer you will:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and APIs using Java and related technologies
• Make independent technical decisions regarding architecture, technology stack, and implementation approaches
• Own entire feature development lifecycle from requirements analysis through deployment and monitoring
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, frontend engineers, and DevOps teams
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship to junior team members
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and implement robust solutions
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability
• Stay current with industry trends and evaluate new technologies for potential adoption
• Document technical decisions, system architecture, and development processes
• Participate in on-call rotation for production support

We are excited about you if you have:

• 7+ years of professional Java development experience
• Expert knowledge of Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data)
• Proficiency with relational databases (MySQL) and query optimization
• Solid understanding of REST API design principles
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (Datadog)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks
• Understanding of security best practices and authentication/authorization patterns

You may also have:

• Strong communication skills: Ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Self-directed and autonomous: Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Decision-making capability: Proven ability to evaluate trade-offs and make sound technical decisions under uncertainty
• Problem-solving mindset: Analytical approach to complex technical challenges
• Collaborative spirit: Effective at working with distributed teams and managing stakeholder expectations
• Adaptability: Comfortable with ambiguity and changing requirements
• Ownership mentality: Takes responsibility for outcomes and follows through on commitments

This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

What you can expect from us:

• Generous PTO Policy
• Support work life balance with Unplugged Days
• Flexible WFH Policy
• Mental & Physical Wellness programs
• Phone and Internet Reimbursement program
• Access to Continued Career Development
• Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Employee Resource Groups

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