Lead Java Full Stack Developer

Lead Java Full Stack developer

Location : Charlotte, North Carolina

Fulltime

Job Description:

A Tech Lead in this space is responsible for architecting and delivering high-performance, cloud-native applications while mentoring engineering teams. They bridge the gap between complex business requirements and scalable technical solutions using modern Java and AWS serverless stacks.

Role Overview

Core Focus: Designing microservices, Developing, leading team delivery, and optimizing AWS infrastructure for reliability and security.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of engineers, conduct code reviews, and establish coding standards to ensure high-quality delivery.

Architecture & Design: Architect scalable microservices using Java 14,17+ and Spring Boot 3+, implementing event-driven patterns and distributed workflows.

Cloud Implementation: Design and deploy serverless solutions using AWS Lambda, manage data storage with DynamoDB and S3, and handle infrastructure optimizations.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Translate business requirements into technical specifications and coordinate with cross-functional teams (Product, QA, DevOps).

Operational Excellence: Troubleshoot complex production issues, optimize performance, and ensure compliance with security and audit policies.

Technical Requirements

Backend: Deep expertise in Java 17 or higher and Spring Boot 3.x (including Spring Security, Data/JPA, and Cloud Function).

AWS Services:

Lambda: Building and optimizing serverless functions.

DynamoDB: Designing NoSQL schemas and optimizing data access.

S3: Managing object storage and integrating with Lambda (e.g., S3 Object Lambda).

Fundamentals: Strong grasp of IAM (least-privilege), VPCs, CloudWatch for observability, and API Gateway.

DevOps & Tools: Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI), containerization (Docker), and version control (Git).

Databases: Solid understanding of both NoSQL (DynamoDB) and relational databases.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Developer.

Front-End: Basic familiarity with modern frameworks like React or Angular.

Methodology: Proven experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.