Lead Java Developer

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Lead Java Developer to lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, microservices architecture, REST APIs, cloud technologies, and database management, along with proven technical leadership and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of Java-based applications.

• Develop scalable applications using Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Hibernate.

• Design and implement microservices and RESTful APIs.

• Provide technical leadership, code reviews, and mentoring to junior developers.

• Collaborate with architects, business analysts, QA engineers, and project managers.

• Design and optimize SQL queries and database structures.

• Implement security best practices, including authentication and authorization.

• Integrate applications with third-party systems and enterprise platforms.

• Manage application performance, troubleshooting, debugging, and production support.

• Implement CI/CD pipelines and automated testing processes.

• Work with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud.

• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, sprint planning, and technical discussions.

• Ensure coding standards, software quality, documentation, and timely project delivery.

Required Technical Skills

• Programming: Core Java, Java 8/11/17 or later, OOP, Collections, Multithreading.

• Frameworks: Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, Hibernate, JPA.

• Architecture: Microservices, REST APIs, distributed systems, design patterns.

• Databases: Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server.

• Messaging: Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, or JMS.

• Cloud: AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

• DevOps: Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Git, Maven, Gradle.

• Testing: JUnit, Mockito, integration testing, automated testing.

• Tools: IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, Jira, GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

• Typically 12-15 years of experience in Java application development.

• At least 6 years of experience leading development teams or serving as a technical lead.

• Strong experience building enterprise-grade applications using Spring Boot and microservices.

• Experience with cloud-native application development and deployment.

• Excellent communication, leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high-volume, distributed enterprise applications.

• Knowledge of system design, performance tuning, and application scalability.

• Experience with financial services, healthcare, insurance, retail, or other enterprise domains.

• Familiarity with security standards, OAuth 2.0, JWT, and secure API development.

• Experience with event-driven architecture and modern DevOps practices.

Key Competencies

• Technical leadership and team mentoring.

• Architecture and design decision-making.

• Agile development and project collaboration.

• Troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.

• Effective communication with technical and business stakeholders.