Rachit Jha
Bangalore
Summary
Results-driven Senior Java Backend Developer with 10+ years of experience in designing and deploying enterprise-grade microservices using modern Java technologies. Proficient in Java 17+, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, REST APIs, and asynchronous messaging (Kafka). Experienced in building scalable systems with secure authentication (OAuth2, Okta), DevOps practices, and cloud-native deployments using Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), and CI/CD pipelines. Adept at optimizing backend performance with Redis, ensuring system observability (ELK, Prometheus, Grafana), and writing robust tests using JUnit 5, Mockito, and Testcontainers.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Software Development Engineer
Infoya
10.2024 - Current
- Tech Stack: Java 17, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Kafka, Redis, PostgreSQL, Docker, GitHub Actions, Kubernetes
- - Developed microservices and RESTful APIs supporting scalable backend systems.
- - Integrated Kafka for asynchronous messaging and Redis for caching layers.
- - Containerized applications using Docker and deployed to Kubernetes (AKS).
- - Built CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for automated build/test/deploy.
- - Implemented security with Spring Security and OAuth2.
Senior Software Engineer
EPAM Systems
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Tech Stack: Java 11, Spring Boot, Spring Security, MySQL, OAuth2, ReactJS
- - Developed RESTful APIs and backend modules for hospital information systems.
- - Integrated OAuth2 and Spring Security for user authentication and authorization.
- - Participated in performance tuning and observability using ELK Stack.
Senior Software Engineer
Experis IT Pvt. Ltd
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Tech Stack: Java, Spring Boot, Spring Security, MySQL, ServiceNow API
- - Built secure APIs and integrated with third-party platforms like ServiceNow and InContact.
- - Designed backend schema using Flyway for schema versioning.
Lead Engineer
Hashout Technologies
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Tech Stack: Java, Docker, Kubernetes, AEM, Sightly
- - Managed container orchestration using Kubernetes and Docker for backend components.
- - Worked with microservices deployed via Helm charts.
Principal Consultant
Genpact Headstrong
08.2019 - 11.2020
- Tech Stack: Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, MySQL
- - Led backend development of a Risk Management Platform.
- - Ensured robust API documentation using OpenAPI/Swagger.
Machine Learning Engineer
Unisys
11.2016 - 07.2019
- - Used Python and Java to build predictive analytics engines with Spring Boot services.
- - Automated data flows using Pandas and scikit-learn; integrated with MySQL.
Senior Java Developer
Cybage Software
02.2015 - 10.2016
- - Developed and optimized REST APIs for document generation and lender platforms.
- - Enhanced system scalability using caching strategies.
Senior Software Engineer
Oracle India
04.2013 - 06.2014
- - Designed backend components for reporting modules using Java and JDBC.
R&D Engineer
Nokia Networks
06.2008 - 04.2013
- - Built B2B delivery and telecom monitoring tools with real-time analytics capabilities.
Senior Software Engineer
Tata Elxsi
06.2008 - 04.2013
- - Worked on Java-based Digital TV applications for Canon using OCAP (OpenCable Application Platform) and DVB APIs.
- - Developed and integrated middleware components enabling interactive TV features and EPG services.
- - Optimized application performance for set-top boxes and ensured compliance with OCAP/DVB standards.
- - Collaborated with cross-functional teams for testing, debugging, and deployment on embedded TV platforms.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Information Technology
IIT Kharagpur
07.2004
Skills
- Languages: Java (11/17), Python, JavaScript
- Frameworks: Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Security, ReactJS
- Messaging & Integration: Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, REST APIs
- Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle, Redis
- DevOps & Cloud: Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), Helm, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins
- Testing: JUnit 5, Mockito, Testcontainers, Spring Test
- Monitoring & Observability: ELK Stack, Prometheus, Grafana
- Security: OAuth2, JWT, Okta, Spring Security
- Other Tools: Maven, Git, Flyway, IntelliJ, ServiceNow API
Certification
- - AWS Certified Solutions Architect (In Progress)
- - Java SE & EE Professional Certification
- - Strong knowledge of CI/CD, SRE practices, and Agile delivery
- - Open to relocation and full-time remote opportunities
Timeline
Software Development Engineer
Infoya
10.2024 - Current
Senior Software Engineer
EPAM Systems
03.2023 - 07.2023
Senior Software Engineer
Experis IT Pvt. Ltd
02.2022 - 06.2022
Lead Engineer
Hashout Technologies
03.2021 - 11.2021
Principal Consultant
Genpact Headstrong
08.2019 - 11.2020
Machine Learning Engineer
Unisys
11.2016 - 07.2019
Senior Java Developer
Cybage Software
02.2015 - 10.2016
Senior Software Engineer
Oracle India
04.2013 - 06.2014
R&D Engineer
Nokia Networks
06.2008 - 04.2013
Senior Software Engineer
Tata Elxsi
06.2008 - 04.2013
Post Graduate Diploma - Information Technology
IIT Kharagpur