Lead Java Developer

Lead Java Developer

Job at a Glance

• Title: Lead Java Developer
• Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site; local candidates only)
• Contract: W2 only, 12 month contract with potential for extension or conversion to full time with either the client or CEI
• Pay: $60/hour + optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Overview
CEI is seeking a Lead Java Developer to create and lead the technical design and development of software solutions for complex business needs on a milestone-driven, capitalized initiative. This role blends hands-on backend engineering with technical leadership, including solution design, documentation, and code review. Candidates should have strong Java expertise and experience leading delivery in an enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design, development, and deployment of enterprise software solutions.
• Translate complex business needs into scalable backend application designs and implementation plans.
• Provide technical guidance and support to engineers, including resolving complex technical issues and delivery blockers.
• Establish and enforce coding standards through peer reviews, testing practices, and technical documentation.
• Drive delivery of milestone-based work, including tracking deliverables and maintaining required technical and procedural documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support APIs, integrations, and release management activities.

Required Skills

• 8+ years of professional software development experience.
• Advanced Java expertise in enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated experience serving as a technical lead or development lead.
• Strong background in application development and delivering customer-facing software solutions.
• Experience producing technical and procedural documentation and supporting peer code review practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and experience facilitating complex issue resolution.
• Familiarity with modern software delivery practices, including Agile/Scrum and SDLC best practices.

Education

• No Education Requirements

Preferred Skills

• Backend-focused full stack experience.
• Experience with modern Java ecosystem frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Hibernate).
• Experience with API design and integration patterns.
• Experience with microservices architecture and CI/CD collaboration.
• Exposure to UX considerations and release management practices.

Why Should I Apply?
This role offers the opportunity to lead meaningful enterprise software delivery while remaining hands-on in backend engineering. You will influence architecture, code quality, and delivery outcomes on a high-priority initiative.

About CEI:
As a trusted technology partner, CEI delivers solutions that help our customers transform their business and achieve meaningful results. From strategy and custom application development through application management - our technology and digital experience services are tailored to meet each unique need of our customers. Our staffing solutions bring specialized skills to complement our customers' workforce and project requirements.
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