Java Development Technical Lead/Architect @ North Chesterfield, VA--Hybrid

Overview

On Site
Contract - W2
Contract - Long term

Skills

API
Cloud Computing
Microsoft Azure
Amazon Web Services
Strategic Management
Embedded Systems
Technical Direction
System Integration
Management
DevOps
Version Control
Documentation
Specification Gathering
Continuous Improvement
IT Management
Java
J2EE
Spring Framework
mvc
HTML5
Css3
Cascading Style Sheets
JavaScript
TypeScript
AngularJS
JDBC
JPA
Hibernate
SQL
RESTful
SOAP
Web Services
Microservices
Docker
Kubernetes
Enterprise Integration
Software Architecture
Performance Tuning
Shell Scripting
PL/SQL
Unix
Linux
Quality Assurance
Collaboration
Automated Testing
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Bamboo
GitHub
IBM WebSphere
IBM WebSphere Application Server
Oracle
RDBMS
Data Migration
Scrum
Kanban
Agile
JIRA
Technical Writing
Performance Testing
Regulatory Compliance
Soft Skills
Leadership
Analytical Skill
Communication
Team Leadership
Mentorship
Conflict Resolution
Innovation
Process Improvement
Software Development Methodology
IMG

Job Details

Hello,

I am Mohammed Dastagir with Saxon Global Inc wanted to let you know about the job opportunity for Java Development Technical Lead/Architect position if interested please share your updated resume along with expecting rate.

Job Title: Java Development Technical Lead/Architect

Location: North Chesterfield, VA--Hybrid

Duration: Long term project - modernization project from the ground up

Only on w2

Required Skills: Top/Must-have Skills: - JAVA (Spring Boot) - Angular 13+ - API / Microservices Architecture - Experience with technical leadership (Code Reviews, Mentorship, etc.) - Foundational DevOps / Cloud knowledge o (Not likely Azure and didn't sound like AWS either not sure) - Understanding of testing automation and how that fits into the SDLC.

Key Responsibilities:

Seeking a Java Development Technical Lead/Architect to provide hands-on technical leadership and strategic direction for a cross-functional Agile team delivering enterprise-grade Java/JEE applications. This role blends architectural oversight, team mentorship, and active full-stack development, with a strong understanding of QA automation practices to ensure high-quality and scalable software solutions.

The ideal candidate for this position has been a Java team lead for two or more years and is seeking to move into a hybrid development/architecture role. The chosen candidate will be embedded with a development team to lead and architect solutions as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex, scalable full-stack Java/J2EE applications.
  • Provide technical direction, mentor team members, perform code reviews, and ensure adherence to best practices across development and QA automation.
  • Serve as the primary technical liaison for architecture decisions, performance tuning, and systems integration.
  • Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Developers, and Automation QA Analysts to align technical delivery with business goals.
  • Guide the implementation of microservices, REST APIs, and modern frontend frameworks (Angular 13+).
  • Lead troubleshooting and incident resolution efforts for critical production issues.
  • Oversee the adoption of DevOps practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, and version control.
  • Ensure proper documentation of technical specifications, design decisions, and system configurations.
  • Foster a culture of technical excellence, continuous improvement, and agile mindset within the team.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • 8+ years of Java/JEE development experience with at least 3 years in a technical leadership role.
  • Strong expertise in Java, J2EE, Spring Framework (Core, MVC, Security, Boot, Batch).
  • Proficient in frontend technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript, Angular (13+).
  • Advanced skills in JDBC, JPA/Hibernate, SQL, and RESTful/SOAP Web Services.
  • Hands-on experience with Microservices architecture and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes is a plus).
  • Deep knowledge of enterprise integration patterns, multi-tiered application architecture, and performance optimization.
  • Working knowledge of Shell Scripting, PL/SQL, and experience with UNIX/Linux environments.
  • Strong understanding of QA testing lifecycle and collaboration with automation QA teams.
  • Familiarity with automation tools like ACCELQ, and integration with CI/CD pipelines (Bamboo/GitHub Actions).

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with IBM WebSphere Application Server, Liberty, and Oracle RDBMS.
  • Prior involvement in large-scale data migration projects.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and Agile planning tools (e.g., Jira).
  • Proficiency in creating and maintaining technical documentation and architecture diagrams.
  • Experience with performance testing, security best practices, and compliance in enterprise systems.

Soft Skills & Leadership Attributes:

  • Strong analytical and architectural thinking.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication; able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proven team leadership, mentoring, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to balance hands-on development with oversight of a diverse technical team.
  • Motivated to drive innovation, standardization, and process improvements across the SDLC.

Mohammed Dastagir

Resource Manager

Saxon Global Inc.

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