Senior Microservices & Cloud Engineer – AWS, Java, TypeScript, Kafka & AI/ML Integration

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable, resilient microservices and event-driven applications. This role focuses on leveraging cloud-native architectures and advanced automation practices in AWS, combined with Java, TypeScript, and Kafka, to support enterprise digital transformation initiatives. As a key contributor, you will drive system reliability, security, and performance, supporting our organization’s goal of delivering high-quality, secure, and scalable solutions.

Software Requirements

Required:

• Extensive experience in Java (version 8+) and Spring Boot for building scalable microservices (4+ years)

• Strong proficiency in TypeScript and JavaScript (Node.js) for full-stack or backend development

• Hands-on experience designing and implementing microservices and event-driven architectures utilizing Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar messaging systems

• Practical knowledge of AWS cloud services: EC2, Lambda, ECS/Fargate, RDS, DynamoDB, CloudFormation, CDK, CodePipeline, CodeBuild

• Containerization skills with Docker and Kubernetes

• Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, TeamCity, or Octopus Deploy

• Expertise in observability and reliability practices using Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch, and OpenTelemetry

• Deep understanding of security best practices including Vault, AWS Secrets Manager, and certificate management

Preferred:

• Exposure to AI/ML integrations, particularly with LLMs/ChatGPT or similar models (preferred)

• Knowledge of model management frameworks (e.g., MCP, plugin architectures) for AI enhancements

• Familiarity with NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB or Cassandra

Overall Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and support microservices and event-driven systems supporting enterprise applications

• Build and optimize APIs, message streams, and serverless functions to ensure high throughput and resilience

• Implement observability and monitoring frameworks for proactive health checks and SLA adherence

• Drive automation for infrastructure provisioning, deployment, and testing pipelines aligned with DevSecOps principles

• Collaborate with product, architecture, and security teams to ensure compliance, security, and scalability in all solutions

• Troubleshoot issues promptly, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime

• Lead code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and enforce adherence to coding standards and best practices

• Stay updated with latest cloud-native, security, and AI/ML advancements to incorporate innovative solutions

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on system reliability, security, and operational efficiency

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages (Essential):

• Java (Spring Boot, version 8+)

• TypeScript, JavaScript (Node.js)

Frameworks & Libraries:

• Spring Boot, Spring Cloud

• Kafka, RabbitMQ for event-driven architectures

• React (TypeScript), Next.js for full-stack development (growth area)

Cloud Technologies:

• AWS: EC2, Lambda, ECS, Fargate, RDS, DynamoDB, CloudFormation, CDK, CodePipeline, CodeBuild

• Cloud security, cost management, and compliance standards

DevOps & Automation:

• CI/CD: GitHub Actions, TeamCity, Octopus Deploy

• Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes

• Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible

Monitoring & Security:

• Prometheus, Grafana, CloudWatch, OpenTelemetry

• Secrets management: Vault, Secrets Manager

• Secure API development, certificates, and compliance protocols

Experience Requirements

• 4+ years of experience leading the development of microservices and event-driven applications

• Proven experience deploying scalable services on AWS cloud platforms

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, optimize, and secure production environments

• Experience working in Agile teams and supporting continuous delivery workflows

• Exposure to AI/ML integration within enterprise or SaaS solutions (preferred)

Day-to-Day Activities

• Architect and develop scalable microservices, APIs, and event-driven pipelines

• Optimize system performance and latency through profiling and tuning

• Build and automate deployment pipelines, infrastructure, and testing workflows

• Monitor system health, troubleshoot incidents, and perform root cause analysis

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business goals

• Promote best practices for security, compliance, and operational reliability

• Mentor junior engineers and lead architectural discussions

• Continuously evaluate new tools, frameworks, and AI integrations for platform enhancement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

• 4+ years of professional experience in microservices, cloud architectures, and automation

• Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect or Kubernetes Administrator are preferred

• Proven experience delivering secure, scalable, and resilient enterprise applications

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in distributed systems

• Effective communicator and collaborator for cross-team engagement

• Leadership ability to guide practices and mentor team members

• Strategic thinking to align architecture with business and security needs

• Adaptability to evolving cloud, AI/ML, and security standards

• Results-driven with a focus on operational stability and security