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.