Java Technical Lead

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Programmer / Technical Lead with strong expertise in Java, microservices architecture, and cloud-native development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and developing scalable enterprise applications, leading technical initiatives, and mentoring development teams.

This role requires hands-on experience in Java (17+), Spring Boot, Kafka, cloud platforms, and containerization technologies, along with the ability to drive technical excellence and collaborate across teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based enterprise applications using Spring Boot and Microservices architecture
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and backend services
• Develop scalable applications deployed on Azure Cloud / Red Hat OpenShift environments
• Work with Docker and Kubernetes for containerized application deployment
• Implement event-driven architecture using Kafka for system integrations
• Design and manage database solutions using PostgreSQL
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and QA teams
• Ensure application performance, scalability, and security best practices
• Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and architecture decisions
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical leadership

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong backend development experience with Java (17+), Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture & 8 -12 years of experience
• Experience building REST APIs and distributed systems
• Hands-on experience with Kafka or event-driven architectures
• Strong understanding of JPA / Hibernate and relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred)
• Experience working with cloud environments (Azure / OpenShift or similar)
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift
• Experience with Maven or Gradle, Git, and Agile development practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience in Banking / FinTech domain, especially payment processing systems
• Exposure to EDI X12 standards (820, 824, 997)
• Knowledge of Node.js, Angular, and Linux environments
• Experience in performance tuning and secure coding practices

Relevant Experience Preferred

• Experience leading development teams or technical modules
• Experience building cloud-native and microservices-based applications
• Experience working with event-driven systems and Kafka integrations
• Experience deploying containerized applications in cloud environments

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field