Java Lead Developer

Hiring: W2 Candidates Only

Visa: Open to any visa type with valid work authorization in the USA

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of Java developers through the full software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, product owners, and architects to define project requirements and technical solutions.
• Design, develop, and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance applications using Java and related technologies.
• Ensure coding standards, best practices, and code reviews are maintained across the team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
• Drive improvements in system design, architecture, and performance.
• Work closely with QA teams to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in Java/J2EE development with at least 2+ years in a lead or architect role.
• Strong knowledge of Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, Hibernate/JPA.
• Experience with Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform preferred).
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and DevOps practices.
• Expertise in database technologies (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL).
• Strong knowledge of retail industry processes (e-commerce, POS, inventory, etc.).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with front-end technologies (React, Angular, or Vue).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Exposure to message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.).
• Knowledge of security best practices and performance tuning.

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.