Java Developer Lead

FIRSTPRO INC
Wyomissing, PA, United States
about 2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$130,000.0 - $145,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Java Web Services Software Engineering Enterprise Software Applications Backend AngularJS Front End Software Development

Job description

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-scale Java-based applications and services.
  • Provide technical leadership while remaining actively involved in development and solution delivery when needed.
  • Collaborate with architecture teams to ensure solutions align with enterprise standards and strategic objectives.
  • Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements, translate business needs into technical solutions, and drive successful outcomes.
  • Coordinate effectively with offshore and onshore development teams to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.
  • Own project execution, delivery commitments, and overall solution success.
  • Facilitate communication across technical and non-technical teams, serving as a bridge between architecture, business, and development organizations.
  • Identify risks, resolve technical challenges, and proactively remove obstacles that could impact project delivery.
  • Mentor developers and promote engineering best practices across the team.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Scalable systems?, We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead with deep backend Java expertise who can provide technical leadership while remaining hands-on when necessary. This role requires an individual who can design scalable solutions, drive delivery, and effectively navigate complex enterprise environments involving architecture teams, business stakeholders, offshore resources, and onshore development teams.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical capabilities with business acumen, accountability, and exceptional communication skills. Success in this role will depend not only on technical excellence but also on the ability to align technology solutions with business objectives and ensure projects are delivered successfully., * Extensive experience in backend application development using Java.

  • Proven experience serving as a Technical Lead, Lead Developer, or similar leadership role.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise application architecture and solution design.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive projects from concept through delivery in complex enterprise environments.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams including architects, business stakeholders, product owners, and distributed development teams.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to balance technical considerations against business objectives.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven track record of accountability, ownership, and successful project execution.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Exposure to Angular or other modern front-end frameworks.
  • Experience supporting full-stack application development environments.
  • Experience working within large-scale transportation, logistics, fleet management, or related enterprise organizations.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a leader who understands that technology is a tool for solving business problems. The ideal candidate will:

  • Demonstrate strong ownership and accountability for project outcomes.
  • Balance strategic thinking with hands-on technical execution.
  • Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Build alignment across architecture, business, and development teams., * Back-end development: 5 years (Required)
  • Java: 5 years (Required)
  • Leadership: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Wyomissing, PA 19610 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wyomissing, PA 19610

Benefits & conditions

$130,000 - $145,000 a year - Permanent, Full-time, Contract, Pulled from the full job description

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance, * Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

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