Java Tech Lead

Trident Consulting is seeking a "Java Tech Lead" for one of our client in Woonsocket, RI (Hybrid). A global leader in business and technology services.

Title: Java Tech Lead
Location: Woonsocket, RI (Hybrid)
Type: Long Term Contract

Technical Skills:
10-12 years of professional experience
Experience developing microservices and cloud-native apps using Java/J2EE, REST APIs, Spring Core,
Spring MVC Framework, Spring Boot Framework, JPA (Java Persistence API) or other ORM, Spring Security,
and similar tech stacks (open source and proprietary)
Experience with unit testing frameworks such as Junit, Mockito, JBehave
Build and deploy services using Gradle, Maven, Jenkins, etc., as part of the CI/CD process
Experience working with teams, guiding them, and unblocking any issues
Experience with relational databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, etc.)

Designing, developing, and implementing custom software and database application capabilities with limited oversight
Excellent communication skills for design-related conversations, ability to build and nurture good relationships, and foster an environment for collaboration
Acting as a team member supporting teammates and collaborating with a "do what it takes" attitude to ensure project and team success

Responsibilities:
70% coding/hands-on, 30% supporting other offshore team members and leading the delivery as a team lead
Be part of a team of engineers developing elegant and high-performance code
Ensure quality practices such as unit testing, code reviews, and leading tests
Optimize applications for non-functional requirements
Build and deploy components as part of the CI/CD process
Responsible for end-to-end application delivery, including coordination with required teams for production deployment
Continuously monitor application health and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), support triage of any production issues as needed
Collaborate in troubleshooting complex data, features, service, and platform issues, and perform root cause analysis to proactively resolve product and operational issues
Advocate for security best practices, championing and supporting the importance of security within engineering

About Trident:
Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high-impact workforce solutions to Fortune 500 and mid-market clients. Since 2005, we've specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics, supported by a 3M+ candidate database and a 78% fill ratio. With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard-to-fill, niche talent, we help organizations build agile, high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success.
Some of our recent awards include:
Trailblazer Women Award 2025 by Consulate General of India in San Francisco
Ranked as the #1 Women Owned Business Enterprise in the large category by ITServe.
Received the TechServe Excellence award.
Consistently ranked in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America
Recognized in the SF Business Times as one of the Largest Bay Area BIPOC/Minority-Owned Businesses in 2022.