Lead Java Developer

PERSISTENT
Austin, United States of America
29 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Austin, United States of America

Tech stack

Java
API
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Application Performance Management
Unit Testing
Azure
Software Quality
Code Review
Relational Databases
Dependency Injection
Spring
Software Engineering
SQL Databases
Test Driven Development
Spring-boot
Backend
GIT
Information Technology
REST
Software Version Control
Microservices

Job description

We are seeking for Lead Java Developer with hands on experience in Java, spring, RESTful services, SQL databases, and microservices architecture., * Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs using Java and Spring.

  • Collaborate with front-end developers and other team members to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
  • Implement and maintain microservices architectures that are scalable, reliable, and efficient.
  • Optimize application performance, focusing on speed and scalability.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and testable code, following best practices for software development.
  • Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge with the team.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner, ensuring the stability and reliability of the backend systems.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve our systems.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Spring Boot?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

  • 8+ years of experience in backend development, with a focus on Java.
  • Proficiency in Java programming and the Spring Framework.
  • Experience with RESTful services, SQL databases, and microservices architecture.
  • Strong understanding of version control systems like Git.
  • Experience with unit testing and test-driven development.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Java Programming: Deep knowledge of Java language, its ecosystem, and best practices.
  • Spring Framework: Proficiency in using Spring for dependency injection, transaction management, and other enterprise-level functionalities.
  • RESTful Services: Expertise in designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
  • SQL: Strong experience in working with relational databases and writing efficient SQL queries.
  • Microservices: Experience in developing and maintaining microservices architectures.

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
  • Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
  • Annual health check-ups
  • Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

  • We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
  • Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
  • If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

About the company

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what's next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem. Our disruptor's mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We have delivered 23 sequential quarters of growth with $422.5M in Q3 FY26 revenue, up 4.0% Q-o-Q and 17.3% Y-o-Y growth. Our 26,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We won the 2025 ISG Star of Excellence Award for AI and Data Excellence and were named a Leader in the Everest Group Talent Readiness for Next-generation Data, Analytics and AI Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2025.

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