We are seeking an experienced **Senior Software Engineer** with extensive expertise in **Java** development and a proven track record of working with **Google Cloud Platform (GCP)**. The ideal candidate excels in designing, deploying, and optimizing cloud\-native services while driving innovation and collaboration in a dynamic, fast\-paced environment. Advanced experience with modern data and API technologies is a significant asset. **Responsibilities** * Architect, develop, and evolve complex backend services using Java within a Google Cloud Platform environment * Create highly scalable, performance\-oriented, secure cloud\-native applications * Collaborate with diverse teams (product, data, QA, DevOps) to ensure seamless delivery of technical solutions * Conduct thorough code and architecture reviews to maintain high standards, ensure clean code, and promote reuse * Optimize service integration with data platforms, APIs, and third\-party systems * Proactively resolve technical challenges and optimize system performance to ensure high availability * Evaluate and refine development processes while driving continuous improvement initiatives **Requirements** * Over 3 years of advanced Java and Spring Boot experience in enterprise\-grade backend development environments * In\-depth and practical expertise with multiple Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services and their integrations * Comprehensive understanding of microservices, cloud\-native architectures, and distributed systems design * Advanced experience with collaborative development workflows, version control, and complex branching strategies * Exceptional analytical skills and demonstrated ability to effectively tackle complex technical problems * Proficient communication skills with fluency in English at a B2 level or higher **Nice to have** * Proven expertise in designing and scaling GraphQL or RESTful APIs for high\-demand services * Advanced experience with Git and bespoke branching or release workflows * Extensive hands\-on experience with Google BigQuery for high\-volume analytics processing * In\-depth knowledge of Google Cloud Dataflow or equivalent frameworks for building data pipelines * Solid understanding and practical application of CI/CD pipelines and automated cloud\-based deployments