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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Lead - API and Integration Development (Hybrid) - **Company:** Intact Insurance - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $124,000.0 - $164,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Code Review, Data Validation, DevOps, Identity and Access Management, Swagger, Secure Coding, Management of Software Versions, Openapi, Azure Service Bus, Spring-boot, Software Security, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Enterprise Integration, Integration Frameworks, Apache Kafka, Restful APIs, Terraform, Api Management, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/335ce000-8ccf-427c-996f-de3eb30f7dec ## About the Role * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. * 9+ years of experience in Java development, with strong proficiency in Spring Boot. * 2+ years of experience in a technical leadership or team lead role. * Strong understanding of RESTful API design, OpenAPI/Swagger, and API versioning. * Experience with Azure cloud services, including App Services, API Management, Event Hub, and Service Bus. * Hands-on experience with Kafka, MQ, and other messaging/integration platforms. * Proficiency in Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaC). * Familiarity with Auth0 or similar identity and access management solutions. * Solid understanding of secure coding practices and application security principles. * Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes). * Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a willingness to mentor and grow a team while remaining technically hands-on. ## Description We currently have an opportunity for a Technical Lead - API and Integration Development to join our Corporate IT team based in our Canton, MA; Boston, MA; Farmington, CT or Raleigh, NC offices on a hybrid schedule. We are seeking a technically strong and hands-on Technical Lead to drive the development of APIs and integration solutions across our enterprise platforms. This role combines leadership, architecture, and development responsibilities, with a focus on Java Spring Boot, cloud-native deployments, and secure, scalable integration patterns. You'll lead a small team while remaining actively involved in coding and solution design, leveraging technologies such as Auth0, Microsoft Azure, Kafka, Event Hub, Service Bus, and Terraform. Some of the Technical Lead - API and Integration Development responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Lead the design and development of RESTful APIs using Java Spring Boot, ensuring adherence to REST principles, OpenAPI standards, and versioning strategies. * Architect and implement integration solutions using Azure Service Bus, Kafka, Event Hub, and MQ technologies. * Apply and enforce secure coding practices, including input validation, authentication/authorization, encryption, and secure error handling. * Guide the team in evaluating and implementing delivery models such as shared libraries, microservices, and discrete deployables. * Develop and maintain Terraform scripts for infrastructure provisioning and automation in Microsoft Azure. * Lead and mentor a small team of developers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. * Stay hands-on with development, code reviews, and troubleshooting while supporting team members in their technical and professional growth. * Collaborate with DevOps and Cloud Engineering teams to deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes. * Implement authentication and authorization flows using Auth0 and other identity providers. * Promote agile development practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing. ## Related Videos - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Using code generation for test automation – the fancy way](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/230-using-code-generation-for-test-automation-the-fancy-way) - [Why make use of an integration platform in today's software developments and infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/758-why-make-use-of-an-integration-platform-in-today-s-software-developments-and-infrastructure) - [1, 2, 3... 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