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Senior Lead Java Developer

Seneca Resources
Montgomery, AL Contractor
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
Job Title: Senior Lead Java Full Stack Developer

Location: Remote

Scope Of Work / Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

  • Lead design and development of scalable, secure, and high-performance applications using Java/J2EE technologies.
  • Architect and implement full stack solutions using React.js (frontend) and Java-based backend services.
  • Design and develop RESTful APIs and microservices.
  • Work with Oracle database for data modeling, query optimization, and performance tuning.
  • Develop and maintain XML configurations and transformations for system integrations.
  • Build and manage workflows using Apache Airflow or similar orchestration tools.
  • Develop and maintain Shell scripts for automation and batch processing.

Agile & Team Leadership

  • Act as Scrum Lead / Technical Lead for the development team.
  • Break down business requirements into technical tasks and user stories.
  • Provide scope estimation, sprint planning, and backlog grooming.
  • Assign and monitor team tasks, ensuring adherence to timelines.
  • Conduct daily stand-ups and provide daily/weekly status reports to management.
  • Identify risks, resolve technical issues, and remove blockers for the team.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Collaborate with business analysts, product owners, and QA teams.
  • Translate functional requirements into technical solutions.
  • Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and architecture discussions.
  • Ensure compliance with government standards and security guidelines.

Experience

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 12 years experience in Java application development
  • 8 years experience in full-stack development
  • Experience working in large enterprise or government systems
  • Experience with Oracle database backend development

Technical Skills

  • Strong proficiency in Java / J2EE (Spring Boot or similar frameworks).
  • Hands-on experience with React.js for frontend development.
  • Experience in Java Servlets, HTML5, Java Script libraries
  • Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
  • Strong experience with Oracle Database (SQL, PL/SQL, performance tuning).
  • Experience with Apache Airflow or similar workflow orchestration tools.
  • Proficiency in Shell scripting (Linux/Unix environment).
  • Experience working with XML configurations, XSD, XSLT transformations.
  • Familiarity with microservices architecture and cloud-ready applications.

Development & Tools

  • Experience with version control tools (Git, Bitbucket).
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, etc.).
  • Familiarity with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes is a plus).
  • Strong debugging and performance optimization skills.

Preferred (Optional) Skills

  • Experience with state government or public sector IT projects.
  • Knowledge of eligibility rules engines and case management systems.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Familiarity with data integration/ETL processes.
  • Experience with security standards (OAuth2, JWT, HIPAA, etc.).
  • Exposure to UI/UX best practices and responsive design.
  • Experience mentoring junior developers.

Education

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

About Seneca Resources

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.

When you work with Seneca, you’re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

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