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Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.\nOur challenge\nWe are seeking a highly skilled Java Developer with strong expertise in SQL and Apache Kafka, coupled with extensive experience in designing, developing, and deploying microservices architectures. The ideal candidate will excel at building scalable, high-performance data-driven solutions, leveraging Kafka for real-time messaging and data streaming, and integrating complex data systems with Java applications. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and maintain best practices is essential.\nAdditional Information*\nThe base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Alpharetta, GA is $105k - $110k/year & benefits (see below).\nThe Role\nResponsibilities:\nDesign, develop, and maintain Java-based microservices applications with a focus on efficient data processing and real-time messaging.\nArchitect and implement robust data pipelines utilizing Kafka streams, topics, producers, and consumers to facilitate high-throughput, fault-tolerant data exchange.\nDevelop complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and optimize database operations for relational databases.\nSeamlessly integrate microservices with Kafka messaging systems, ensuring reliable and secure message flow.\nCollaborate with product owners, architects, and other developers to create scalable solutions that leverage Kafka's capabilities.\nBuild and consume RESTful APIs, and integrate with third-party services while ensuring data consistency and integrity.\nUtilize containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools like Kubernetes for deployment, scaling, and management of services.\nWrite clean, well-documented code following best practices, emphasizing high-performance database interactions and messaging.\nConduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and maintain high-quality software.\nTroubleshoot and resolve production issues related to database performance, Kafka message delivery, and system reliability.\nParticipate actively in Agile/Scrum teams, delivering features iteratively, with a focus on data and messaging architecture.\nStay current with emerging technologies related to SQL, Kafka, microservices, and data streaming, incorporating best practices into development.\nRequirements:\nProven experience in Java development (Java 8 or higher) with a focus on data-intensive applications.\nStrong expertise in SQL, including complex query writing, database optimization, and stored procedures.\nDeep understanding of Apache Kafka architecture, including Kafka Streams, producer/consumer patterns, topic management, partitioning, and replication.\nHands-on experience integrating Kafka with microservices for real-time data processing.\nSolid experience with microservices architecture design, RESTful APIs, and service-oriented development.\nFamiliarity with Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and related frameworks.\nProficiency with containerization (Docker) and orchestration platforms (Kubernetes).\nKnowledge of relational (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases as needed.\nExperience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.).\nStrong problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and optimize database and messaging system performance.\nExcellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.\nPreferred, but not required:\nExperience with real-time data streaming and processing frameworks.\nFamiliarity with message queuing systems like RabbitMQ (optional).\nContributions to open-source Kafka projects or complex data pipeline implementations.\nWe offer:\nA highly competitive compensation and benefits package.\nA multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.\n10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).\nMaternity & paternity leave plans.\nA comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).\nRetirement savings plans.\nA higher education certification policy.\nCommuter benefits (varies by region).\nExtensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.\nOn-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.\nCoaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.\nCutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.\nA flat and approachable organization.\nA truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.\nS YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT\nDiversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture - promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.\nAll employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.\nCandidate Application Notice","description_format":"text","description_chars":6764,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Annual leave","Equity","Flexible schedule","Life insurance","Retirement plans"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Financial Software & Embedded Finance","IT Consulting & Digital Transformation","Cloud Consulting & Migration","Data Engineering & Migration Services"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-29T19:00:18Z"}],"liveness":{"score":90,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.903,"p_room":1,"age_days":1,"expected_fill_days":18,"reasons":["conf:4","velocity","win:early","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-10-01T05:45:00Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":110000,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/synechron-java-backend-developer-with-kafka-and-sql","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/synechron-java-backend-developer-with-kafka-and-sql.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-01T16:59:03Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":11,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":4989,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-02T00:00:00Z"}}}