Java Full Stack Lead

Role: Java Full Stack Lead

Location: Charlotte, NC

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We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron's progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking an experienced Java full stack resource to lead the architecture, design, development, and modernization of enterprise-scale applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, React.js, cloud-native architecture, and modern software engineering practices. This role requires strong technical leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing digital solutions.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $120k-$130k/year & benefits (see below)..

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Define end-to-end architecture for enterprise web applications using Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and React.js.
• Lead application modernization, cloud migration, and platform transformation initiatives.
• Design scalable, secure, and high-performance APIs and microservices.
• Establish architecture standards, development guidelines, and engineering best practices.
• Drive technical solutioning, effort estimation, sizing, and architecture reviews.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, UX teams, DevOps teams, and other stakeholders to align technology solutions with business goals.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor development teams across multiple projects.
• Ensure solutions meet security, performance, scalability, availability, and compliance requirements.
• Lead CI/CD, DevSecOps, observability, monitoring, and automation initiatives.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions for enterprise transformation.

Requirements:

• Experience in software development, with significant experience in solution or application architecture.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and Microservices architecture.
• Solid experience with React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern front-end design patterns.
• Expertise in designing RESTful APIs, event-driven systems, and distributed architectures.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Strong understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, SonarQube, Terraform, or similar.
• Knowledge of observability and monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk, or Dynatrace.
• Strong understanding of security best practices including OAuth2, JWT, API security, and secure coding standards.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or Cassandra.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world's leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture

SYNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative 'Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. xhyhwjd We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.