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# Java API Lead

- **Company:** SolutionIT, Inc.
- **Location:** Boston, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Databases, Hibernate (Java), Java Persistence API, PostgreSQL, Oracle (Applications), Release Management, Web Application Frameworks, Spring-boot, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Api Management, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** June 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f49b2a51-c932-4f2f-af38-9882b55217de

## About the Role

* 8+ years in Java development with proven leadership experience
 * Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
 * Strong expertise in Java (8+), Spring Boot, REST APIs
 * Experience with Microservices architecture
 * Knowledge of Databases (Oracle/PostgreSQL) and JPA/Hibernate
 * Exposure to Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and CI/CD pipelines
 * Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and API integrations
 * Experience working in onsite-offshore delivery models

## Description

* Lead end-to-end development using Java and modern frameworks (Spring Boot, Microservices)
 * Act as the primary liaison between client stakeholders and offshore teams
 * Drive solution design, architecture decisions, and technical roadmap
 * Ensure timely delivery, quality assurance, and risk management
 * Conduct code reviews and mentor development teams
 * Support estimation, planning, and release management activities


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