Senior Java Lead Developer

  • Chicago, IL
  • Posted 16 hours ago | Updated 16 hours ago

Overview

On Site
$50 - $60
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
Able to Provide Sponsorship

Skills

Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
Design Review
Git
GitHub
Good Clinical Practice
AngularJS
Google Cloud Platform
IT Management
Java
Jenkins
Apache Kafka
Apache Maven
Continuous Delivery
DevOps
Docker
Hibernate
Mentorship
Performance Tuning
Quality Assurance
React.js
SQL
RESTful
Messaging
Microservices
Microsoft Azure
Multithreading
NoSQL
Scrum
Spring Framework
Sprint
Agile

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Senior Java Lead Developer to lead the design and development of enterprise-scale applications. This is a remote position, ideal for a hands-on technical leader who can guide development teams, drive architectural decisions, and ensure delivery of high-quality solutions.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead design and development of Java-based applications

  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development team members

  • Participate in architecture, design reviews, and technology decisions

  • Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices

  • Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and security guidelines

  • Conduct code reviews and ensure high-quality deliverables

  • Collaborate with product owners, architects, DevOps, and QA teams

  • Support Agile/Scrum ceremonies and sprint planning

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues

Required Skills:

  • 8+ years of experience in Java development

  • Strong expertise in Java 8+, Spring, and Spring Boot

  • Experience building microservices architecture

  • Strong experience with REST APIs

  • Experience with Hibernate/JPA

  • Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases

  • Strong understanding of multithreading, performance tuning, and JVM internals

  • Experience with Git, Maven/Gradle

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)

  • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes

  • CI/CD pipeline experience (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)

  • Experience with Kafka or other messaging systems

  • Exposure to React, Angular, or other front-end technologies

  • Prior experience in a Lead or Architect role

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