> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1978826-java-lead](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1978826-java-lead). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Java lead - **Company:** Cyber Sphere LLC - **Location:** Alpharetta, GA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Adobe InDesign, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Data Security, DevOps, PostgreSQL, Enterprise Messaging Systems, MySQL, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, Redis, Reliability Engineering, Secure Coding, SQL Databases, User-Centered Design, Azure Service Bus, Spring-boot, Caching, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Cosmos DB, Restful APIs, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f09d811c-ed1a-4ab1-a26a-706d6be62578 ## About the Role * Full-stack Java development with Spring Boot, including strong fundamentals in design patterns, APIs, data access, and secure coding. * Cloud-native development experience with Docker, Kubernetes/AKS, and Azure services. * DevOps and CI/CD expertise, including pipelines, automation, and blue/green deployments. * Quality and reliability practices, including unit/integration testing, observability (logs, metrics, traces), performance tuning, and incident playbooks. * Microservices and messaging technologies, including REST APIs, Kafka/Event Hubs, and resilience patterns such as retry and circuit breaker. * Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cosmos DB), caching (Redis), and query optimization. * Strong Agile delivery experience with excellent communication and collaboration skills across Product, Architecture, SRE, and QA teams. Additional Requirements * Tech Lead / Senior Java Developer with 8 12 years of experience and at least 3 years of leadership experience. * Review architecture and design and recommend improvements aligned with business requirements. * Own end-to-end design, development, and deployment for multiple features or projects. * Drive timely delivery while enforcing development best practices. ## Related Videos - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Kubernetes Native Java](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/383-kubernetes-native-java) - [Reducing LLM Calls with Vector Search Patterns - Raphael De Lio (Redis)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1714-reducing-llm-calls-with-vector-search-patterns-raphael-de-lio-redis) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Enterprise-Cloud-Native - Fast-Paced Development & Deployment in a Highly Secure Banking Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/671-enterprise-cloud-native-fast-paced-development-deployment-in-a-highly-secure-banking-environment) - [Accelerating Authentication Architecture: Taking Passwordless to the Next Level](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/733-accelerating-authentication-architecture-taking-passwordless-to-the-next-level) ## Related Articles - [93 Java Interview Questions You Should Prepare For](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/14-93-java-interview-questions-you-should-prepare-for) - [Top 10 Java Libraries](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/364-top-10-java-libraries) - [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) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers)