Java (Core Java, Java 8+, Collections, Streams, Concurrency)

Spring Framework (Spring Core, Spring Boot, Spring Data, Spring Security)

RESTful API Development

SQL and Relational Databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle)

Microservices Architecture

Object-Oriented Design and Design Patterns

Git and Version Control

Build Tools (Maven, Gradle)

Unit Testing and Test-Driven Development (JUnit, Mockito)

Logging Frameworks (Log4j, SLF4J)

Cloud Platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP - preferred)

Docker and Container Technologies (preferred)

Message Brokers (RabbitMQ, Kafka - preferred)

Leadership and mentoring abilities

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Problem-solving and analytical thinking

Team collaboration and cooperation

Attention to detail and quality focus

Time management and prioritization

Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies

Critical thinking and decision-making

Documentation and knowledge sharing

Proactive approach to continuous improvement