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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Java Architect (Hands-On) - Java, Python, React, Azure - **Company:** Ateeca - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $156,000.0 - $166,400.0 - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Application Performance Management, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Database Design, Django Web Framework, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, Node.Js, OAuth, OpenID, Query Optimization, Redis, Azure Active Directory, Mockito, Cloud Services, JSON Web Token, Search Technologies, Socket Programming, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, WebSocket, Real Time Systems, Cloud Monitoring, ReactJS, Flask (Web Framework), Spring-boot, Software Security, Pytest, Production Code, Cosmos DB, Restful APIs, Api Management, Key Vault, Microservices - **Published:** June 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bef087feb7955c54 ## About the Role Do you have experience in WebSocket?, We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Java Architect who is passionate about building software and remains deeply involved in coding. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll design scalable cloud-native solutions, develop production-ready code, mentor engineering teams, and drive technical excellence across multiple technology stacks., * 10+ years of software engineering experience with recent hands-on development. * Strong expertise in Java 21, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, and React. * Minimum 2+ years of hands-on Python development using Django and/or Flask. * Experience with Node.js, Express, WebSockets, and real-time messaging architectures. * Strong SQL Server experience including query optimization and database design. * Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services including App Service, Functions, Service Bus, Key Vault, APIM, Application Insights, and Azure Monitor. * Expertise in automated testing frameworks such as JUnit, Mockito, and pytest. * Experience designing secure applications using OAuth2, OIDC, JWT, Managed Identity, and Azure Entra ID. * Proven ability to lead teams while remaining actively involved in coding and solution delivery. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with .NET 8/10 development. * Knowledge of Redis, Azure Redis Cache, MongoDB, or Cosmos DB. * Exposure to AI and document processing solutions using Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Search, OCR, and related technologies. * Experience with OpenTelemetry, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-native observability platforms. Ideal Candidate A technically strong architect who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, writing production code daily, mentoring teams, and delivering scalable, secure, and reliable cloud solutions., * Java 21, Spring Boot, Microservices and React: 10 years (Required) * Python development using Django and/or Flask: 3 years (Required) * Node.js, Express, WebSockets: 5 years (Preferred) * Azure cloud services: 5 years (Required) * OAuth2, OIDC, JWT: 3 years (Preferred) * MongoDB, or Cosmos DB: 3 years (Preferred) ## Description * Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring Boot, Python, React, and Azure. * Lead architecture and delivery of cloud-native microservices and event-driven solutions. * Build and enhance Python services using Django and Flask frameworks. * Develop secure, scalable APIs and real-time applications using Node.js, Socket.IO, and WebSockets. * Implement Azure-based solutions leveraging App Services, Functions, Service Bus, Key Vault, APIM, and Container Apps. * Optimize SQL Server databases, queries, and deployment processes. * Establish engineering best practices around security, testing, observability, performance, and reliability. * Conduct code reviews, mentor engineers, and provide technical leadership across distributed teams. * Drive proof-of-concepts through production deployment while ensuring operational excellence. ## Related Videos - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [How Unit Testing Saved My Career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1642-how-unit-testing-saved-my-career) - [Reducing LLM Calls with Vector Search Patterns - Raphael De Lio (Redis)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1714-reducing-llm-calls-with-vector-search-patterns-raphael-de-lio-redis) - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [From boy scouting to redrawing the landscape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1140-from-boy-scouting-to-redrawing-the-landscape) - [Accelerating Authentication Architecture: Taking Passwordless to the Next Level](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/733-accelerating-authentication-architecture-taking-passwordless-to-the-next-level) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers)