Lead Software Developer with strong Java/J2EE expertise to contribute to the modernization of largescale legacy enterprise applications. This is a hands on engineering role focused on designing, developing, refactoring, and incrementally modernizing complex systems while maintaining stability and performance.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working deep within legacy Java codebases and is motivated to evolve them toward service-oriented, API based, and cloud-ready architectures, while collaborating closely with peers, architects, and product stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and enhance Java/J2EE enterprise applications, including refactoring legacy components for improved maintainability and scalability.
- Participate in modernization efforts by incrementally converting monolithic implementations (JSPs, custom tag libraries, page handlers) into service and API based solutions.
- Work effectively within existing application frameworks while contributing to the evolution toward RESTful services and modular designs.
- Develop and maintain REST APIs and backend services supporting modern UI and integration needs.
- Write, optimize, and troubleshoot SQL queries for transactional and reporting use cases.
- Contribute to code reviews, design discussions, and technical problem solving, ensuring adherence to engineering best practices.
- Collaborate closely with cross functional teams including other engineers, architects, QA, and business stakeholders.
- Support cloud readiness initiatives and participate in cloud based deployments (AWS experience preferred).
- Use enterprise approved AI tools responsibly to assist with code analysis, development, documentation, and productivity improvements.
- Continuously improve code quality, test coverage, and system reliability through disciplined engineering practices.
Required Qualifications
- Strong experience developing Java/J2EE enterprise applications in large, complex codebases.
- Hands on experience working with legacy systems, including refactoring and incremental modernization.
- Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, service oriented architecture, and modern backend design principles.
- Strong SQL skills, including query design, tuning, and troubleshooting.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) or cloud native deployment models.
- Familiarity with modern development practices such as CI/CD, automated testing, and code reviews.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within an enterprise engineering team.
Nice to Have
- Experience contributing to microservices or API first architectures.
- Exposure to AI assisted development tools and workflows.
- Experience modernizing UI backend interactions or supporting SPA/frontend integrations.
- Financial services or other highly regulated enterprise environment experience.
