JAVA AWS Lead Developer - Local candidate preferred

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our Challenge:

We are seeking a highly skilled JAVA AWS Lead Developer with extensive Banking domain experience to lead our development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Java development, cloud computing with AWS, and a deep understanding of banking processes and compliance. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing innovative banking solutions on cloud infrastructure, ensuring high performance, security, and compliance.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.

In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Atlanta, GA is $110k-$120k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of scalable and robust banking applications using Java technologies.
• Architect and implement cloud-based solutions on AWS, leveraging services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, and others.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Business Analysts, QA, and Infrastructure teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Ensure all solutions comply with banking regulations, security standards, and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development team members.
• Conduct code reviews, optimize application performance, and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Drive continuous improvement in existing systems for better performance, security, and maintainability.
• Prepare technical documentation and participate in design and code reviews.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of Java development experience; At least 3 years of JAVA Lead experience
• Proven expertise in cloud computing, especially AWS, with hands-on experience in deploying and managing enterprise applications.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes is a plus).
• Experience with banking or financial services domains, including knowledge of compliance, security standards (PCI DSS, FFIEC, etc.), and banking workflows.
• Experience with databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, or NoSQL databases in a cloud environment.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools.
• Leadership skills with experience leading technical teams and managing project delivery.

Preferred, but not required:

• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Developer).
• Experience with other cloud platforms like Azure or Google Cloud Platform.
• Knowledge of security protocols and encryption in banking applications.
• Prior experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.