Java Developer - Kafka

Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs using Java (Java 11+ / Spring Boot or equivalent)

Develop and operate event-driven integrations using Apache Kafka (producers, consumers, streams, schema management)

Design efficient data models and write performant queries against MariaDB (or other relational databases)

Implement search and analytics features using Elasticsearch, including index design and query optimization

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, DevOps, QA) to deliver reliable, scalable features

Write clean, well-tested, maintainable code and participate in code reviews

Diagnose and resolve performance bottlenecks across the application and data layers

Contribute to architectural decisions around messaging, data storage, and service design

Support CI/CD pipelines and participate in on-call/incident response as needed

Qualifications

4+ years of professional experience developing backend applications in Java

Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka or similar message brokers (RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ) in production environments

Strong SQL skills and practical experience with MariaDB or MySQL (schema design, indexing, query tuning)

Experience with Elasticsearch, including index mapping design and search query construction

Solid understanding of object-oriented design, multithreading, and REST API development

Familiarity with Spring / Spring Boot ecosystem

Experience with version control (Git) and CI/CD workflows

Strong debugging and problem-solving skills in distributed systems

Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Preferred Skills:

Familiarity with schema registries (e.g., Confluent Schema Registry) and Avro/Protobuf

Experience with observability tooling (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)

Knowledge of caching layers (Redis, Memcached)

Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate coding, debugging, and refactoring workflows

Comfort integrating AI coding agents into CI/CD or developer tooling pipelines

Prior experience in [your industry, e.g., fintech, e-commerce]

About CLPS RiDiK

RiDiK is a global technology solutions provider and a subsidiary of CLPS Incorporation (NASDAQ: CLPS), delivering cutting-edge end-to-end services across banking, wealth management, and e-commerce. With deep expertise in AI, cloud, big data, and blockchain, we support clients across Asia, North America, and the Middle East in driving digital transformation and achieving sustainable growth. Operating from regional hubs in 10 countries and backed by a global delivery network, we combine local insight with technical excellence to deliver real, measurable impact. Join RiDiK and be part of an innovative, fast-growing team shaping the future of technology across industries.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $6,000.00 - $6,300.00 per month

Work Location: In person