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Lead Java Developer
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Newark, NJ, USA
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Lead
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 8+ years of experience as a Lead Java Developer.
- Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, APIs, and microservices architecture.
- Hands-on experience with AWS cloud solutions and CI/CD pipelines.
- Proven success working with Graph databases (preferably AWS Neptune).
- Demonstrated team leadership and mentoring capabilities.
- Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities.
Nice to have
- Previous experience in financial services or insurance industries.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Knowledge of cloud-native security practices.
- Experience leading Agile development efforts.
Full description
Job Title: Lead Java DeveloperLocation: Onsite in New Jersey – 3 days a week-- Local candidates only
Duration: 6 months (with potential for extension)
Start Date: ASAP – quick interview process
Pay range: $60 - $68/hr.
About the Role
- We are seeking a seasoned Lead Java Developer to join our technology delivery team, working on large-scale initiatives within the financial services domain. The ideal candidate will bring leadership skills, strong Java expertise, and hands-on experience with Graph databases. This role will involve guiding technical direction, mentoring developers, and ensuring delivery of high-quality, scalable solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable API solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS cloud.
- Architect and implement solutions leveraging AWS-native databases, including DocumentDB and Neptune (GraphDB).
- Define and enforce best practices around security, performance, and coding standards.
- Drive adoption of modern architectural design patterns and engineering practices.
- Provide mentorship and technical leadership to the development team.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure delivery aligns with business objectives.
- Troubleshoot and resolve critical production issues with a strategic, hands-on approach.
- Lead knowledge-sharing initiatives and promote an engineering culture of excellence.
Must-Have Skills
- 8+ years of experience as a Lead Java Developer.
- Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, APIs, and microservices architecture.
- Hands-on experience with AWS cloud solutions and CI/CD pipelines.
- Proven success working with Graph databases (preferably AWS Neptune).
- Demonstrated team leadership and mentoring capabilities.
- Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities.
Preferred Skills
- Previous experience in financial services or insurance industries.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Knowledge of cloud-native security practices.
- Experience leading Agile development efforts.
Interview Process:
- First Round- Virtual interview