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Wipro Limited

DEVELOPER L4

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$60K - $135K/yr

For additional information, visit us at www.wipro.com. ͏ We are seeking an experienced Java Kafka Developer with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and Apache Kafka to design ...

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Wave Era Inc.

Cassandra Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

Kafka development * must-have supported Kafka cluster in production * must-have developed or know of metric and monitoring to ascertain optimal performance * Advance proficiency in Java programming.

Wave Era Inc.

Cassandra Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

Kafka development * must-have supported Kafka cluster in production * must-have developed or know of metric and monitoring to ascertain optimal performance * Advance proficiency in Java programming.

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What is the difference between Java Kafka Developer vs Java Backend Developer?

AspectJava Kafka DeveloperJava Backend Developer
Primary FocusDesigning and implementing Kafka-based data streaming solutionsDeveloping server-side applications using Java
Required SkillsKafka architecture, messaging, Java, Spring BootJava, Spring, REST APIs, databases
Work EnvironmentData streaming platforms, real-time data processingWeb applications, enterprise systems
CertificationsJava, Kafka certifications often preferredJava certifications, Spring certifications

Java Kafka Developers specialize in building and maintaining Kafka-based data streaming solutions, focusing on real-time data processing. Java Backend Developers create broader server-side applications, often integrating various technologies. While both roles require Java expertise, Kafka Developers focus more on messaging systems, whereas Backend Developers work on general application logic.

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DEVELOPER L4

Wipro Limited

Jersey City, NJ • On-site

$60K - $135K/yr

Full-time

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Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Job Title: DEVELOPER L4
City: Jersey City
State/Province: New Jersey
Posting Start Date: 8/19/26
Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients' most complex digital transformation needs. Leveraging our holistic portfolio of capabilities in consulting, design, engineering, and operations, we help clients realize their boldest ambitions and build future-ready, sustainable businesses. With over 230,000 employees and business partners across 65 countries, we deliver on the promise of helping our customers, colleagues, and communities thrive in an ever-changing world. For additional information, visit us at www.wipro.com.
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Job Description
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We are seeking an experienced Java Kafka Developer with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and Apache Kafka to design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience building event-driven architectures, developing RESTful APIs, and implementing real-time data processing solutions.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain enterprise applications using Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
  • Build and support event-driven applications using Apache Kafka.
  • Develop Kafka producers, consumers, topics, partitions, and consumer groups.
  • Design and implement REST APIs and integrate with internal and external systems.
  • Work with distributed systems and real-time streaming platforms.
  • Troubleshoot application and Kafka-related performance issues.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver scalable solutions.
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines and participate in Agile development processes.
  • Ensure application security, performance, and reliability.
  • Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers.

Required Skills
  • Strong hands-on experience in Java 8/11/17, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
  • Experience with Apache Kafka, Kafka Streams, Kafka Connect, and Schema Registry.
  • Expertise in RESTful Web Services (JAX-RS).
  • Experience with Hibernate/JPA and SQL databases (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL).
  • Knowledge of event-driven architecture and distributed systems.
  • Experience with Git, Maven, Jenkins, and CI/CD tools.
  • Strong understanding of multithreading, collections, and JVM performance tuning.
  • Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills
  • Experience with Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Cassandra.
  • Exposure to monitoring tools such as Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK.
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

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No. Performance Parameter Measure 1. Continuous Integration, Deployment & Monitoring of Software 100% error free on boarding & implementation, throughput %, Adherence to the schedule/ release plan 2. Quality & CSAT On-Time Delivery, Manage software, Troubleshoot queries, Customer experience, completion of assigned certifications for skill upgradation 3. MIS & Reporting 100% on time MIS & report generation
Mandatory Skills: Fullstack Java Enterprise.
Experience: 5-8 Years.
The expected compensation for this role ranges from $60,000 to $135,000 .
Final compensation will depend on various factors, including your geographical location, minimum wage obligations, skills, and relevant experience. Based on the position, the role is also eligible for Wipro's standard benefits including a full range of medical and dental benefits options, disability insurance, paid time off (inclusive of sick leave), other paid and unpaid leave options.
Applicants are advised that employment in some roles may be conditioned on successful completion of a post-offer drug screening, subject to applicable state law.
Wipro provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applications from veterans and people with disabilities are explicitly welcome.
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