Lead Java Developer

Job#: 3010272

Job Description:

Job Title: Lead Java Developer

Location: Columbus, OH (Onsite)

Pay Range: $64/hr-$75/hr

Contract Length: 3 Months (Contract to Hire)

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Java Lead to provide advanced technical and consultative support across complex software development initiatives. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise-level systems, offering expert guidance on technical challenges, and mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate will demonstrate deep expertise in Java technologies, cloud platforms, and modern development practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable software solutions based on user specifications.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting and technical support for both hardware and software issues.
• Serve as a technical advisor and mentor to less experienced staff; assist in identifying training needs.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, applying relevant innovations to projects.
• Act as a project leader for specific initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.

Technical Expertise:

• Advanced proficiency in Java and Object-Oriented Design.
• Deep experience with J2EE, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture.
• Strong understanding of REST and SOAP web services.
• Front-end development experience using Angular or React.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration tools such as Jenkins and Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in SQL and relational databases like Oracle or MySQL.
• Familiarity with tools such as Swagger, Maven, Eclipse, GIT, and Postman/Newman.
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform), including Cloud Run, Terraform, BigQuery, and other Big Data tools.
• Knowledge of JWT for authentication and authorization mechanisms.
• Background in the banking industry is a strong plus.
• Ability to work effectively in multi-platform environments and balance development with support responsibilities.

Soft Skills & Collaboration:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to collaborate across IT, vendor, and business teams.
• Experience working on cross-functional projects involving multiple business segments.
• Ability to document code and solutions clearly for team and stakeholder understanding.
• Commitment to optimizing applications for performance, security, and responsiveness.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.