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# Java Lead

- **Company:** Robotics Technologies LLC
- **Location:** Austin, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Continuous Integration, Junit, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Database Optimization, Spring-boot, Caching, Backend, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Restful APIs, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** June 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=714ed1aa6230399c

## About the Role

12-16 years of experience in Java backend development.

Strong expertise in Spring Boot, Microservices architecture, and RESTful API design.

Solid experience with Junit and test-driven development.

Proven background in handling applications processing millions of transactions daily.

Experience with caching, queuing, and database optimization techniques.

Familiarity with CI/CD, Git, and containerization tools (Docker/Kubernetes).

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and lead teams.
Equal Opportunity Employer

## Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Java Backend Developer (Contractor) to join our team in New York. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building and maintaining scalable microservices using Spring Boot, and must have handled applications involving millions of transactions. This is a hands-on technical leadership role, suited for someone with a deep understanding of high-performance backend systems and team guidance.


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