Java Tech Manager with AI/AWS/Cloud

Java Technology Manager

Piscataway, NJ

Fulltime

We are looking for a Java Technology Manager to lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-scale applications. This role combines technical leadership, team management, solution architecture, and delivery ownership to build scalable, secure, and high-performing digital solutions.

The ideal candidate is an experienced engineering leader with strong expertise in Microservices, Cloud (AWS/Azure), and Agile delivery, capable of guiding distributed teams while partnering closely with business and technology stakeholders.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.

In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Piscataway, NJ is $120K-$130K /year & benefits (see below).

Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

• Lead solution design, architecture reviews, and technical decision-making.
• Drive best practices in software engineering, code quality, security, and performance.
• Guide teams in developing cloud-native applications, APIs, and microservices.
• Mentor engineers and technical leads on architecture, design patterns, and modern engineering practices.

Delivery Management

• Manage end-to-end delivery of multiple projects and releases.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and stakeholders to prioritize work and meet business objectives.
• Track delivery progress, dependencies, risks, and resource utilization.
• Ensure timely, high-quality delivery within scope and budget.

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop engineering teams
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support hiring, performance management, and career development initiatives.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary technical liaison between engineering teams and business stakeholders.
• Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to leadership.
• Build strong client and cross-functional relationships.

Engineering Excellence

• Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and enterprise architecture standards.
• Promote continuous improvement through metrics, retrospectives, and innovation initiatives.

Requirements:

• 12+ years of software engineering experience.
• 3-5+ years leading engineering teams and technical delivery.
• Should be conversant with AWS and AI
• Should have worked in an onsite/offshore model
• Should have delivered mid to large-size projects
• Retirement domain knowledge will be a big plus
• Strong hands-on experience with:
• Java, Spring Boot
• Microservices and REST APIs
• AWS and/or Azure Cloud
• SQL/NoSQL Databases
• Kafka or Event-Driven Architectures
• Containerized services
• CI/CD and DevOps practices
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world's leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.