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# Lead Java Software Engineer

- **Company:** Tokio Marine North America Services
- **Location:** Bala Cynwyd, PA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $105,000.0 - $140,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Application Integration Architecture, User Authentication, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Computing, Static Program Analysis, Software Quality, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Integrity, Data Security, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Database Queries, DevOps, Programming Tools, Eclipse (Software), Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Github, Hibernate (Java), Integrated Development Environments, IntelliJ IDEA, Spring Framework, WildFly (JBoss AS), JavaServer Faces, Microsoft SQL Server, Networking Basics, Octopus Deploy, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle Databases, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Release Management, Requirements Management, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Single Sign-On, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, SonarQube, Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, GitHub Copilot, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Git, Git Flow, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Data Management, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Api Management, Guidewire, Microservices
- **Published:** August 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/lead-java-software-engineer-hybrid-bala-cynwyd-pa--62e0b5c5-c016-4675-8fa1-cdf7401d19b3

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or a related technical discipline (preferred), * 10+ years of enterprise application development experience using Java/JEE
 * 3+ years in a technical leadership role (Technical Lead/Technical Architect), mentoring engineers and guiding design decisions
 * Hands-on development experience using Java 17, Spring, JSF, Hibernate, JavaScript, CSS, and React
 * API and integration experience using SOAP/REST, including experience integrating with Azure API Management (APIM) or similar gateways
 * Experience with Agile delivery (e.g., Scrum) and collaborating across cross-functional teams
 * Strong SQL skills and experience with SQL Server and/or Oracle databases
 * Experience developing and deploying applications on platforms such as JBoss and Spring Boot (or similar)
 * Experience with source control (Git) and branching strategies; familiarity with code quality and delivery tooling (e.g., static analysis, unit testing, CI/CD pipelines)
 * Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar) and integrating them into day-to-day engineering workflows
 * Experience building microservices and deploying to Kubernetes-based containers
 * Cloud experience (Azure/AWS) including networking basics, identity, and managed services
 * Preferred: P&C insurance industry experience; familiarity with packaged insurance platforms (e.g., Duck Creek, Guidewire, OneShield)

Core Competencies

 * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including translating complex requirements into practical designs
 * Leadership and mentoring capabilities; able to set direction, guide execution, and motivate a team to deliver high-quality outcomes
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to provide clear technical consultation to business and IT stakeholders
 * Working knowledge of object-oriented analysis and design (OOAD) principles and secure integration concepts (e.g., authentication/authorization, SSO, collaboration, portal/integration patterns)
 * Tooling familiarity: modern IDEs (IntelliJ/Eclipse) and delivery tools such as SonarQube, Azure DevOps, Octopus (or equivalents)
 * Ability to manage multiple competing priorities with strong attention to detail and a collaborative, customer-service mindset, Acceptance Testing, Actuarial Skills, Administrative Skills, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Application Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Authentication, Automation, Business Analysis, CSS (Cascading Style Sheet), Channel Strategies, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Corporate Communications, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, DevOps, Documentation, Eclipse IDE, Emerging Technology, Enterprise Applications, Enterprise Architecture, GitHub, Guidewire, Hibernate, Human Capital, IDE (Integrated Development Environment), Identify Issues, Identity Data Management, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Insurance, Investment Capital, JBoss Application Server, Java, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (Java EE/J2EE),
JavaScript, JavaServer Faces (JSF), Leadership, Legal, Machine Tool, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Mentoring, Microservices, Microsoft Windows Azure, Military, Multitasking, Object Oriented Analysis (OOA), Object Oriented Design (OOD), Operational Support, Operations Processes, Options Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Support, Professional Services, Programming Tools, Project/Program Management, Proof of Concept, Quality Assurance, REST (Representational State Transfer), React.js, Release Management/Engineering, Requirements Management, Risk Management, SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol), Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Single Sign-On (SSO), Software Design, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Static Analysis, Team Player, Technical Analysis, Technical Leadership, Technology Analysis, Time Management, Unit Test, Writing Skills

## Description

The Lead Java Software Engineer is a technical leader responsible for designing, modernizing, and delivering enterprise Java/JEE solutions. You will lead and mentor developers and partner with business analysts, project managers, QA, and enterprise architects to translate requirements into secure, scalable applications and integrations. You will also drive continuous improvement in engineering standards, DevOps automation, and operational support for Tokio Marine North America Services (TMNAS) and its Group Company customers., * Provide hands-on technical leadership for Java/JEE solutions across projects, initiatives, and production support

 * Partner with business analysts, project managers, architects, and QA to clarify requirements, evaluate options, and make sound design decisions
 * Lead application design and implementation, including n architecture, API integrations (SOAP/REST), and data access layers
 * Provide technical analysis, effort estimates, and delivery plans for enhancements and new development work
 * Drive modernization and technical upgrades, including planning, risk management, and execution
 * Define and enforce engineering standards for code quality, unit testing, peer reviews, documentation, and maintainability
 * Drive DevOps automation and continuous improvement (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, build/release processes, operational tooling)
 * Support QA/UAT and deployments across environments; troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner
 * Participate in proof-of-concepts and technology evaluations, considering enterprise standards, constraints, and emerging technologies
 * Align to SDLC processes, departmental standards, and internal controls to protect data integrity and system stability
 * Comply with internal controls needed to perform job functions and administrative responsibilities
 * Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned


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