Lead Developer Java Backend

We are seeking an experienced Lead Java Backend Developer to lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable, high-performance backend applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, microservices architecture, REST APIs, and cloud technologies. This role requires hands-on development experience, technical leadership, and the ability to mentor developers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust enterprise applications., * Lead the design, development, and implementation of backend applications using Java and Spring Boot.

• Design and develop scalable, secure, and high-performance microservices architectures.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Provide technical leadership, code reviews, and guidance to development team members.
• Define coding standards, development best practices, and architectural guidelines.
• Collaborate with architects, product owners, business analysts, and QA teams to understand requirements.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, reliability, and security.
• Implement database solutions using relational and NoSQL databases.
• Develop and maintain automated unit, integration, and functional tests.
• Work with DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and application deployments.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide effective solutions.
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers and support their technical growth.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, sprint planning, and technical design discussions.

• 8+ years of experience in Java backend development.
• Strong proficiency in Java 8/11/17 or later versions.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and Spring MVC.
• Strong experience in microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Experience developing RESTful APIs and integrating enterprise applications.
• Strong knowledge of Hibernate, JPA, and ORM frameworks.
• Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
• Knowledge of messaging technologies such as Apache Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• Experience with Git, Maven/Gradle, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong understanding of design patterns, data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities., * Experience with cloud-native application development.
• Knowledge of event-driven architecture and asynchronous processing.
• Experience with Redis, Elasticsearch, or other caching/search technologies.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK.
• Experience leading development teams in Agile environments.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Key Competencies

• Java Backend Development
• Spring Boot and Microservices
• REST API Development
• System Design and Architecture
• Database Design and Optimization
• Cloud-Native Development
• Technical Leadership and Mentoring
• Code Quality and Performance Optimization
• Agile Development Methodologies

• Total IT Experience
• Relevant Java Backend Experience
• Lead / Technical Leadership Experience
• Spring Boot and Microservices Experience
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• Work Authorization Status
• Relocation Availability
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