Senior/Lead Search Developer
Join a large-scale e-commerce and retail technology project for a leading North American automotive parts retailer. The team develops and enhances high-performance search and data platforms that power product discovery and customer experience across thousands of retail locations and digital channels. The project focuses on building scalable backend services, optimizing search relevance, and processing large volumes of product and customer data using modern cloud-native technologies.
Essential functions
Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
Build and optimize enterprise search solutions using Apache SOLR, LucidWorks, and SearchStax.
Develop and enhance RESTful APIs for internal and customer-facing applications.
Process and transform large datasets using Apache Spark.
Deploy, monitor, and optimize applications on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, data engineers, and QA engineers, to deliver high-quality solutions.
Improve search relevance, performance, and scalability for high-traffic applications.
Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term fixes.
Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code following engineering best practices.
Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and architectural decisions.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in Java backend development.
Strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot.
Hands-on experience with Apache SOLR, including search indexing, querying, and performance optimization.
Experience with LucidWorks Query Pipeline and SearchStax.
Strong understanding of REST API design and development.
Experience processing large datasets with Apache Spark.
Practical experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Strong SQL and data-oriented programming skills.
Experience troubleshooting and optimizing distributed search and backend systems.
Upper-Intermediate (B2) or higher English level.
Would be a plus
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and Agile development practices.
We offer
- Opportunity to work on bleeding-edge projects
- Work with a highly motivated and dedicated team
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Benefits package - medical insurance, sports
- Corporate social events
- Professional development opportunities
- Well-equipped office
About us
Grid Dynamics (NASDAQ: GDYN) is a leading provider of technology consulting, platform and product engineering, AI, and advanced analytics services. Fusing technical vision with business acumen, we solve the most pressing technical challenges and enable positive business outcomes for enterprise companies undergoing business transformation. A key differentiator for Grid Dynamics is our 8 years of experience and leadership in enterprise AI, supported by profound expertise and ongoing investment in data, analytics, cloud & DevOps, application modernization and customer experience. Founded in 2006, Grid Dynamics is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices across the Americas, Europe, and India.Apply to the position
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