Java Lead

Role: Lead Java Developer

Location: 1 opening Plano and 1 opening McLean (Hybrid onsite 3 Days Tues – Thurs)

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Lead Java Developer

Client  is seeking a Lead Java Developer to support a technology initiative with our client. This individual will join an established engineering team developing and enhancing cloud-based business applications within a large enterprise environment.

The Lead Java Developer will serve as a hands-on individual contributor, with a primary focus on backend application development. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Java, Spring Boot, and AWS and be comfortable independently developing solutions while collaborating with a broader engineering team.
Responsibilities
 

• Design, develop, test, implement, and support Java-based backend applications and services
• Build and enhance backend solutions using Java, Spring, and Spring Boot
• Develop cloud-based applications and services using AWS, including Lambda and Fargate
• Build and enhance business process and business rules-based applications
• Collaborate with engineers and technical stakeholders to design and deliver scalable, maintainable solutions
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, testing, and troubleshooting
• Proactively identify and communicate technical risks, issues, and opportunities for improvement
• Remain hands-on throughout the development lifecycle while working independently within an established engineering team

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least 4 years of software engineering experience
• Strong experience developing backend applications using Java
• Experience with Spring and Spring Boot
• Experience developing applications within AWS
• Experience building and supporting backend services and business applications

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of software engineering experience, with significant hands-on Java development
• Strong experience with Java and Spring Boot in enterprise application environments
• Experience with AWS Lambda and AWS Fargate
• Experience developing or supporting business rules or rules-engine-based applications
• Experience designing and supporting cloud-based backend applications and services
• Full-stack development experience is a plus, but frontend development is not required
• Familiarity with cloud-based AI development tools
• Experience working within a large enterprise environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with technical teams