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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Lead / Lead Java Backend Developer - **Company:** The Aes Group, Inc - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Microsoft Azure, Software Quality, Code Review, DevOps, Amazon DynamoDB, Identity and Access Management, PostgreSQL, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Enterprise Software Applications, Spring Cloud, Spring-boot, HybridCloud, Backend, Cloudformation, Event Driven Architecture, Information Technology, AWS Fargate, Functional Programming, Cloudwatch, Api Gateway, Restful APIs, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e7fe3ef1-65d4-471c-a174-a745bd5762cd ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. * 10+ years of backend Java development experience. * 3+ years leading geographically distributed engineering teams. * Strong expertise in Java 17+, Spring Boot, and REST API development. * Hands-on AWS development experience, including: + API Gateway + Lambda + Fargate + S3 + CloudWatch + IAM + CloudFormation + ALB/NLB * Strong DevOps experience with Azure DevOps or Jenkins. * Experience with PostgreSQL and AWS DynamoDB. * Experience with Scala is must * Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies. Preferred Qualifications * AI/ML project experience. * Microservices architecture. * Event-driven systems. * Enterprise cloud modernization. * Financial Services or large enterprise application experience. Leadership Expectations * Lead and mentor engineering teams across the U.S., Eastern Europe, and Asia. * Guide technical decisions and foster collaboration across distributed teams. * Drive engineering excellence through code reviews, technical mentoring, and best practices. * Balance hands-on development with technical leadership. Top Required Skills * Java 17+ * Scala * Spring Boot & REST APIs * AWS Cloud Development * DevOps (Azure DevOps/Jenkins) * Technical Leadership of Global Teams Soft Skills * Excellent communication and stakeholder management. * Strong leadership and mentoring skills. * Ability to work effectively across global time zones. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Passion for technology and continuous improvement. Work Environment * Hybrid schedule (minimum 2 days onsite in Chicago). * Collaborate with globally distributed engineering teams. ## Description Seeking an experienced Lead Java Backend Developer to lead the design and development of enterprise-scale backend applications. This is a hands-on technical leadership role requiring deep expertise in Java 17+, Spring Boot, AWS, REST APIs, and DevOps. The ideal candidate will drive technical solutions while mentoring globally distributed engineering teams and delivering scalable cloud-native applications., * Lead the design, development, and delivery of backend applications using Java 17+ and Spring Boot. * Design scalable RESTful APIs and microservices. * Build, deploy, test, and support cloud-native applications across the full SDLC. * Provide technical leadership for globally distributed development teams. * Mentor engineers and promote engineering best practices, code quality, and DevOps culture. * Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or Jenkins. * Build solutions leveraging AWS services including API Gateway, Lambda, Fargate, S3, CloudFormation, CloudWatch, IAM, and ALB/NLB. * Work with PostgreSQL and AWS DynamoDB. * Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and production support. * Collaborate with Product Owners, Architects, and cross-functional teams in an Agile environment. ## Related Videos - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) - [The Road to MLOps: How Verivox Transitioned to AWS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1050-the-road-to-mlops-how-verivox-transitioned-to-aws) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [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) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Our GitOps approach for deploying an Identity Provider and an API Gateway in a SaaS company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/776-our-gitops-approach-for-deploying-an-identity-provider-and-an-api-gateway-in-a-saas-company) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)