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Senior Java Technical Lead

TekInvaderZ LLCHouston, TX🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 13, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Senior Java Technical Lead role offers a significant opportunity to shape enterprise application architecture and drive innovation, with the flexibility of a hybrid work model. You'll thrive here if you have extensive experience in Java development and a passion for leading teams and mentoring talent. Apply today to leverage your expertise and make a substantial impact.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Houston, TX, United States
Posted
Yesterday
DockerMicroservicesSpringSpring BootAWSAzureJavaKafkaKubernetesStakeholder Management

Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking highly experienced Senior Java Technical Leads, Principal Java Engineers, and Java Architects with 15+ years of experience in enterprise application development, architecture, and technical leadership.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable enterprise Java applications.

  • Architect and develop microservices-based applications using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies.

  • Provide technical leadership, conduct code reviews, and establish engineering best practices.

  • Collaborate with product managers, architects, business stakeholders, and cross-functional engineering teams.

  • Drive application modernization, performance optimization, and cloud-native development initiatives.

  • Design and implement RESTful APIs and enterprise integration solutions.

  • Mentor senior and junior developers and guide teams on technical decisions.

  • Troubleshoot complex production issues and ensure application reliability, security, and scalability.

  • Contribute to technical roadmaps, architecture decisions, and end-to-end project delivery.

Required Technical Skills

  • 15+ years of professional software development experience.

  • Strong hands-on experience with Java, J2EE, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot.

  • Expertise in microservices architecture and RESTful API development.

  • Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and system design.

  • Experience with distributed systems, relational databases, and enterprise application architecture.

  • Experience with application performance tuning, debugging, and production support.

  • Proven experience leading technical teams and delivering enterprise-scale applications.

  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with AWS, Azure, or other cloud platforms.

  • Knowledge of Kafka, messaging systems, Docker, and Kubernetes.

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automated testing.

  • Background in large-scale enterprise environments and complex application modernization projects.

  • Previous experience in senior technical leadership or architecture roles.

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