> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/618442-java-technical-lead](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/618442-java-technical-lead). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Java Technical Lead - **Company:** GSPANN Technologies - **Location:** Rocklin, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Distributed Systems, Payment Systems, Release Management, Software Engineering, Cloud Platform System, Event Driven Architecture, Information Technology, Microservices - **Published:** June 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/a9ddc07e-d83e-4b55-973d-d324bf26bd72 ## About the Role * Bachelor's/master's degree in computer science or related field (or equivalent experience) * 10+ years of software engineering experience with 3+ years in leadership roles * Strong expertise in microservices, APIs, and event-driven architectures * Experience with distributed systems, observability, and production engineering * Proven experience working with high-volume transaction platforms (e.g., payments, financial systems) * Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Nice to Have: * Experience in payments, settlements, or reconciliation systems * Exposure to compliance-heavy or audit-sensitive environments * Experience driving engineering transformations or platform modernization initiatives. Working at GSPANN ## Description We are seeking an experienced Engineering Lead to drive the architecture, delivery, and operational excellence of enterprise payment platforms. This role will focus on building scalable, high-performance systems, establishing engineering best practices, and leading the transition toward strong internal ownership of critical services. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability, scalability, and business alignment in high-transaction environments., * Own platform roadmap, architecture, and delivery across enterprise payment systems * Define and enforce standards for reliability, scalability, observability, and change management * Collaborate with product, finance, SRE, and operations teams to prioritize and execute initiatives * Lead engineering teams, provide technical guidance, and ensure high-quality delivery * Drive transition from external/vendor-led execution to internal engineering ownership * Ensure system readiness for high-volume, production-critical transaction environments * Establish best practices across development, testing, deployment, and release management ## Related Videos - [Migrating half a million users to a new payment service provider](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/730-migrating-half-a-million-users-to-a-new-payment-service-provider) - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) - [Microservices: how to get started with Spring Boot and Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/242-microservices-how-to-get-started-with-spring-boot-and-kubernetes) - [How to govern Vibe Coding for the Enterprise](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100290-how-to-govern-vibe-coding-for-the-enterprise) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Enterprise-Cloud-Native - Fast-Paced Development & Deployment in a Highly Secure Banking Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/671-enterprise-cloud-native-fast-paced-development-deployment-in-a-highly-secure-banking-environment) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)