Major Activities
Development:
Design, develop, and implement RESTful APIs using Java technologies, specifically Spring Boot.
Collaborate with architects, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand API requirements and specifications.
Create and maintain API documentation, including API endpoints, request/response formats, and usage guidelines.
Integrate APIs with cloud platforms, on Google Cloud, leveraging cloud-native services and technologies
Optimize API performance for speed, scalability, and efficiency in a cloud environment.
Implement security best practices to ensure API integrity and protection against security vulnerabilities.
Troubleshoot and debug issues within the API framework, codebase, and cloud integration.
Collaborate with frontend and backend developers to ensure seamless integration of APIs into web applications.
Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to coding standards.
Stay up to date with the latest trends and advancements in API development, Java technologies, and cloud integration
Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance and support as needed.
How will you do it?
50% • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain and improve software.
10% • Improve system quality by identifying issues, common patterns and developing standard operating procedures.
10% • Enhance applications by identifying opportunities for improvement, make recommendations and design and implement systems.
10% • Maintain and improve existing codebases and peer review code changes.
5% • Manage individual project priorities, deadlines and deliverables.
5% • Work with teams to implement technical designs.
5% • Investigate and use new technologies where relevant.
Ongoing Other duties as assigned
Minimum Education
12 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 5 years experience.
Minimum Special Certifications or technical skills
Demonstrated experience building, testing, and shipping enterprise applications at scale
Advanced experience in Java, Python and/or other major programming languages
Strong experience in object-oriented analysis and design, service-oriented architecture, micro services, building RESTful APIs and reusable software components.
Extensive Hands-on experience with Spring and Spring Boot frameworks
Knowledge of core design patterns
Hands-on SQL and NoSQL experience
Working knowledge of Junit, mockito or other testing best practices
Exposure to CI-CD and automated builds
Strong understanding of Docker, Kubernetes platform and container lifecycle management
Experience with GCP cloud stack or other cloud stack
Experience with message-based architectures using Kafka or another message broker.
Experience in production system operations (logging, telemetry, alerting, analytics)
Experience working in an Agile environment, leading onsite and offshore teams
Strong commitment to producing high-quality, maintainable code.
Minimum Type of experience the job requires
Software development experience
Minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 5 years experience; or equivalent experience
Other
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to lead and mentor junior developers.
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
To review a comprehensive list of benefits, please visit Michaels Benefits (MIKBenefits.com)
CO, CT, WA and RI only - To review pay ranges for the position you are applying for, please visit Michaels Pay Ranges - CO, CT, WA and RI. (MIKBenefits.com)
For 50 years, Michaels has been the best place for all things creative. We strive to inspire our customers, cultivate confident leaders, and serve our communities by fostering an inclusive environment for everyone to learn, shop, and create. At Michaels, everyone has a seat at our craft table and every Team Member is encouraged to hone their craft with opportunities for personal and professional growth. From our Stores and Distribution Centers to Artistree and our Support Center, our best-in-class team is committed to delivering on our purpose to fuel the joy of creativity. As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,290 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and MakerPlace by Michaels, a dedicated handmade goods marketplace.
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all Makers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
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