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# Sr. Java Lead

- **Company:** Spectraforce
- **Location:** Austin, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Spring Security, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Databases, Distributed Systems, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle (Applications), RabbitMQ, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications, Spring Cloud, Spring-boot, Software Security, Event Driven Architecture, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Production Code, Apache Kafka, Restful APIs, Grpc, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** http://leoforce.us/Careers/Spectraforce/JobDetails.html?jobid=67c1ce97-7744-4496-b4d5-c2016618e1f0&OrgId=1&UserId=1303

## About the Role

* Java 17/21 with strong J2EE and OOP expertise.
 * Spring Boot, Spring Security, Microservices Architecture.
 * Strong Database & SQL experience (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB preferred).
 * Kafka/RabbitMQ, Docker, Kubernetes, REST/gRPC.
 * Experience with distributed systems, cloud-native applications, and scalable architectures., * 12+ years of software engineering experience.
 * 4+ years in Technical Lead/Solution Architect roles.
 * Strong client-facing and stakeholder management experience.
 * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.

Top 3 Skills:

 * Java 17/21
 * Spring Boot & Microservices

Database & SQL Experience

## Description

* Seeking a highly visible, customer-facing Sr. Java Lead to drive architecture, design, and development of enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership, engage directly with client stakeholders, and deliver scalable, cloud-native solutions., * Lead architecture, design, and development of Java-based enterprise applications.
 * Create HLDs, LLDs, service contracts, and integration designs.
 * Design and implement microservices and event-driven systems.
 * Develop production-ready code and reusable frameworks/components.
 * Lead code reviews, enforce best practices, and ensure application security.
 * Collaborate with business, product, infrastructure, and engineering teams.


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