Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sales. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, join us Your Role and Responsibilities Who You are Are you intrigued by the convergence of fraud detection, predictive maintenance, real-time analytics, and more, all made possible by the realm of Event Automation? Just as event-driven infrastructures like IBM's Event Streams, Event Endpoint Management, Event Processing have revolutionized industries, you have the opportunity to shape the future of these dynamic field. Join our team to contribute your coding prowess to IBM's Event Automation initiatives and also participate in the advancement of open source projects such as Apache Flink, Kafka, and Strimzi. As a Senior Developer, you will apply your deep expertise in architecting, designing, implementing various capabilities for IBM’s Event Processing solutions. You will also play a pivotal role in growing IBM’s eminence in the open source communities by becoming an active contributor to various open source projects, and also to focus around delivering operators and opportunities to make contributions specifically to flink. What You will do As a Software Developer you will:- Help us shape the future of Event Driven technologies, including contributing to Apache Kafka, flink and other relevant open source projects Collaborate within a dynamic team environment to comprehend and dissect intricate requirements for event processing solutions. Utilize your architectural prowess to craft robust and scalable designs that align with the objectives of Event Automation. Translate architectural blueprints into actualized code, employing your technical expertise to implement innovative and effective solutions. Conduct comprehensive testing of the developed solutions, ensuring their reliability, efficiency, and seamless integration. Provide ongoing support for the implemented applications, responding promptly to customer inquiries, resolving issues, and optimizing performance. Serve as a subject matter expert, sharing insights and best practices related to product development, fostering knowledge sharing within the team. Continuously monitor the evolving landscape of event-driven technologies, remaining updated on the latest trends and advancements. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and developers, to ensure a holistic and harmonious product development process. Actively participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance code quality and promote continuous improvement. Take ownership of technical challenges and proactively participate within your team to ensure successful delivery, using your problem-solving skills to overcome obstacles Mentor and guide junior developers, nurturing their growth and development by providing guidance, knowledge transfer, and hands-on training. Engage in agile practices, contributing to backlog grooming, sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives to facilitate effective team management and iteration. Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration, contributing to brainstorming sessions and offering creative ideas to push the boundaries of event automation solutions. Maintain documentation for the developed solutions, ensuring comprehensive and up-to-date records for future reference and knowledge sharing. Involve in building and orchestrating containerized services Required Technical and Professional Expertise Experience in software development using Java 11, Kubernetes and Docker etc. Solid understanding of event-driven architecture and concepts. Solid understanding of microservices architecture and its implications. Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes for deploying event automation application. Expertise in architecting scalable and high-performance systems, considering factors like throughput, latency, and fault tolerance. Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, including unit testing and integration testing Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and knowledge of how to leverage their event-related services. Proficiency in troubleshooting and debugging. Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a knack for addressing technical challenges. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with cross-functional teams and customers. Ability to work collaboratively in an agile and fast-paced development environment. Leadership skills to guide and mentor junior developers, fostering their growth and skill development. Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Adaptability to stay current with evolving event-driven technologies and industry trends. Customer-focused mindset, with a dedication to delivering solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations. Creative thinking and innovation mindset to drive continuous improvement and explore new possibilities. Collaborative and team-oriented approach to work, valuing open communication and diverse perspectives. Preferred Technical And Professional Expertise At least 4 years of extensive experience in designing, developing web applications. 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