Lead Java Developer

Position: Java Lead Developer

Locations: Mahwah, NJ - Requires In-Person Interview

Contract

Job Description:

Highly skilled Technical Lead with deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Couchbase, and MS SQL Server to lead a team of developers in building scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in RESTful API development, microservices architecture, and OpenShift deployments, along with strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.

POSITION GENERAL DUTIES AND TASKS:

Lead Developer - Manage the Team

Highly skilled Technical Lead with deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Couchbase, and MS SQL Server to lead a team of developers in building scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in RESTful API development, microservices architecture, and OpenShift deployments, along with strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of developers, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.

• Drive architectural decisions for scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions.

Application Development

• Design and develop RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot.

• Build responsive front-end applications using Angular and integrate with back-end services.

Microservices & Deployment

• Architect and deploy microservices on OpenShift and manage containerized environments.

• Implement CI/CD pipelines for automated builds and deployments.

Database Management

• Design and optimize relational schemas in MS SQL Server and document models in Couchbase.

Collaboration & Delivery

• Work closely with Product Owners, QA, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality software.

• Participate in Agile ceremonies and ensure timely delivery of sprint commitments.

Quality & Security

• Conduct code reviews, enforce secure coding practices, and ensure compliance with enterprise standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and Angular.

• Hands-on experience with Couchbase and MS SQL Server.

• Expertise in RESTful API design and microservices architecture.

• Experience deploying applications on OpenShift or similar container platforms.

Tools & Frameworks:

• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps), Git, and SonarQube.

• Knowledge of OAuth2.0, JWT, and secure API development.

Leadership:

• Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage project deliverables.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Education:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.

Experience:

8 years in software development, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.