Microservices Developer @ Remote Opportunity

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Microservices Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance applications built using a microservices architecture. This role involves packaging services into containers using Docker, deploying them to the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) via Kubernetes, and developing robust APIs that enable seamless communication between distributed services. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain microservices-based applications that are modular, scalable, and cloud-native. Build and expose RESTful and/or gRPC APIs to enable seamless and secure interaction between services and external systems. Package microservices using Docker and manage container deployments using Kubernetes orchestration tools on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Collaborate with DevOps and cloud engineers to automate deployments, monitor performance, and ensure high availability. Write clean, efficient, and testable code following best practices in CI/CD pipelines, security, and service versioning. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to microservices communication, performance, and availability. Participate in architectural design discussions and advocate for best practices in microservices development. Maintain technical documentation and contribute to code reviews, standards, and knowledge sharing. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 3+ years of professional experience in software development with a strong focus on microservices architecture. Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes, preferably in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environments. Proficient in one or more back-end programming languages such as Java, Go, Python, or Node.js. Strong understanding of API development (REST/gRPC), service discovery, load balancing, and inter-service communication patterns. Familiarity with cloud-native principles, distributed systems, and container lifecycle management. Experience with version control (e.g., Git), CI/CD tools, and monitoring solutions.