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# Lead Backend Java Developer

- **Company:** Conch Technologies
- **Location:** Wilmington, DE, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Code Review, Software Deployment, Spring-boot, Api Design, Software Coding
- **Published:** October 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/usbc966d7ba279d96fcaaa172732d28f80

## About the Role

We are looking for a Lead Backend Java Developer with 15 years of experience in Java development, Spring Boot, AWS, and API development. The candidate must have strong hands-on coding, system design, and technical leadership skills. Required Skills

 * 15 years of overall IT experience.
 * Strong Java and Spring Boot development experience.
 * Expertise in building APIs from scratch.
 * Hands-on AWS application deployment experience.
 * Strong system design and code review skills.
 * Experience identifying security vulnerabilities and coding issues.
 * Ability to guide junior developers and provide technical leadership.
 * Excellent communication skills.