Apache Camel Developer

Senior Software Engineer – Integration (Apache Camel & Spring Boot) Warren, NJ(07059) Hybrid - 2 days/week. About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled, hands-on Senior Software Engineer to join our Integration Engineering team. The ideal candidate is an expert in Apache Camel (latest stable version) and Spring Boot (latest stable version), with strong experience in Java 21+, Kafka, and Kubernetes/AKS. This role focuses on building high-performance, scalable integration solutions, including streaming large file contents, payload transformations, and enterprise messaging workflows. This is a development-focused role where design input is welcome, but hands-on engineering excellence is essential. • Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop robust and scalable integration solutions using Apache Camel with Spring Boot. • Stream large file contents efficiently across inbound and outbound systems. • Implement payload transformations within integration flows with emphasis on performance and throughput. • Build Kafka-based messaging workflows using Camel for reliable, high-volume integrations. • Navigate and leverage Camel components, libraries, and integration patterns effectively. • Develop, containerize, and deploy applications using Docker and Kubernetes/AKS, including: • CSI drivers • Persistent storage (PV/PVC) • Cloud-native deployment best practices • Implement observability and monitoring using OpenTelemetry (OTEL) or Dynatrace, including: • Auto-instrumentation • Metrics collection • Tracing and logging • Conduct performance tuning for: • Camel routes • Payload handling • Large file streaming pipelines • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, maintainable, and high-performance integration solutions. • Required Skills & ExperienceStrong expertise in Java 21+. • Strong expertise in Spring Boot (latest stable version). • Mandatory expertise in Apache Camel (latest stable version), with deep knowledge of: • Components • Routing • Enterprise integration patterns • Performance optimization • Mandatory hands-on experience with Kafka integration using Camel. • Proven experience streaming large file contents efficiently (both inbound and outbound). • Experience with payload transformations within Camel integration flows. • Mandatory skills with Kubernetes/AKS, including: • CSI drivers • Persistent volumes • Cloud-native deployment techniques • Observability experience: • OA/OTEL awareness • Metrics and tracing • Auto-instrumentation using OpenTelemetry or Dynatrace • Proven background in performance tuning for: • Camel routes • Payload processing • File streaming pipelines • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to deliver complex integration solutions independently.