Staff Engineer - Java

# Staff Engineer - Java
> Weekday AI · Bengaluru, India · Full-time · Posted 2026-04-16
**Workplace:** on_site
**Department:** Weekday's Client via platform
## Description
**This role is for one of the Weekday's clients**
Min Experience: 8 years

Location: Bengaluru

JobType: full-time

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Engineer – Java to lead the design, development, and optimization of scalable backend systems. This role requires deep expertise in Java, strong problem-solving abilities, and a solid foundation in data structures and algorithms. As a senior technical leader, you will play a critical role in architecting microservices-based systems, mentoring engineers, and driving engineering excellence across teams.

## Requirements

**Key Responsibilities:**

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Architect and implement distributed systems and microservices, ensuring high availability, fault tolerance, and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and DevOps to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Lead system design discussions and provide technical direction aligned with business goals.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards.
• Optimize application performance by leveraging strong knowledge of data structures and algorithms.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce engineering best practices, and mentor junior and mid-level engineers.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Continuously evaluate and adopt new technologies to improve system performance and developer productivity.

**Required Skills & Qualifications:**

• 8–12 years of professional experience in software development with a strong focus on Java.
• Deep expertise in Java, including core concepts, multithreading, collections, and JVM internals.
• Extensive experience with Spring Boot and related frameworks within the Spring ecosystem.
• Proven experience designing and building microservices architectures using RESTful APIs.
• Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms with the ability to apply them in real-world scenarios.
• Experience with distributed systems concepts such as caching, messaging queues, and service discovery.
• Proficiency in database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Familiarity with containerization tools (e.g., Docker) and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is a plus.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

**Leadership & Behavioral Competencies:**

• Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives and influence architecture decisions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Passion for mentoring, knowledge sharing, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a focus on delivering impact.

## Apply
[Apply at Weekday AI](https://apply.workable.com/weekday-1/j/E3891E4A65/apply)
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