I am an experienced Java Backend Developer and Team Lead with 6.5+ years of experience in designing, developing, and delivering scalable, high-performance applications. I have a strong foundation in backend development and cloud technologies, with hands-on experience leading teams and driving successful project outcomes. Key Skills & Expertise: Programming & Frameworks: Java, Spring Boot, Microservices architecture Messaging & Streaming: Kafka Streams, GCP Pub/Sub Cloud & Data Processing: GCP Dataflow, Airflow DevOps & Infrastructure: Terraform, Docker, Git Databases & Querying: SQL, relational database design Architecture & Design: Microservices design patterns, scalable system design Professional Highlights: Leading development teams and mentoring junior developers to ensure high-quality code delivery. Designing and implementing microservices-based solutions for complex business requirements. Developing real-time streaming applications using Kafka Streams and GCP services. Managing cloud-based workflows and data pipelines with GCP Dataflow and Airflow. Automating infrastructure provisioning and deployment using Terraform and CI/CD best practices. Collaborating cross-functionally with product, QA, and DevOps teams to deliver end-to-end solutions. Passion & Approach: Building scalable, reliable, and maintainable applications using modern technologies and architecture patterns. Driving technical excellence in teams through code reviews, mentorship, and knowledge sharing.