## job description# lead java integration developerwe are seeking an *integration technical lead* with strong experience in *api integrations, data pipelines, and real-time connectivity*. This role supports a google payments engineering team responsible for complex internal product integrations across portfolio management, reporting, and payments platforms. The ideal candidate combines architectural vision with hands-on development in java or golang and has a passion for solving large-scale integration challenges.* lead the design and implementation of a *reusable integration layer* connecting multiple enterprise systems.* develop *real-time or near real-time integrations* using apis, messaging, and data streaming tools (e.g., cloud pub/sub).* define *integration architecture*—including authentication, authorization, error handling, retry strategies, and versioning.* collaborate with google's internal teams to analyze requirements, review documentation, and define integration solutions.* build secure, *privacy-compliant integration code* and participate in code reviews and performance tuning.* design *data pipelines* that manage transformations, ingestion, and synchronization between multiple systems.* establish *performance slas* (latency, throughput) and monitoring frameworks for integration performance.* recommend and implement *integration tooling* aligned with google's cloud ecosystem.* ensure delivery meets compliance, scalability, and reliability standards in production.* expertise in *api authentication and authorization* (oauth2, jwt, service accounts).* strong understanding of *versioning, error handling, and retry logic* in distributed systems.* english proficiency (c1+ level) to work with global teams and clients.- *7+ years of experience* in software or systems integration roles.- proven experience designing and implementing *complex api and data integrations*.- proficiency in *java or golang*for developing integration services.- experience building *real-time or near real-time pipelines* using messaging/streaming technologies.- knowledge of *data transformation and mapping* concepts.- familiarity with *secure, privacy-compliant coding practices*.* ability to interact with and present to executive level leadership and explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.* experience with *google cloud platform (gcp)* and tools like *cloud pub/sub*, *dataflow*, or *bigquery*.* background in *enterprise integration patterns* and *middleware frameworks*.* familiarity with *api management platforms* (apigee, kong, mulesoft).* experience defining *slas* and *monitoring strategies* for integrations.* exposure to *agile/scrum* methodologies and consulting delivery models.
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