Senior Software Development Lead (Java / Data Engineering)

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Senior Software Development Lead (Java / Data Engineering)
Location : Jersey City, NJ - ( 4 days a week on-site )
Salary : $160,000 - $180,000

Must have the following: Full-stack Java development, SQL, ETL pipelines, Snowflake or data warehousing tools, leadership of technical teams, project ownership, system architecture, and experience working with business stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, architecture, and development of enterprise software systems and enhancements to existing platforms.
• Serve as the primary technical lead working closely with business stakeholders, project teams, and technology leadership.
• Manage and mentor technical teams including both onshore and offshore engineers and consultants.
• Oversee full lifecycle software development from analysis and design through deployment and ongoing support.
• Ensure systems meet performance, security, scalability, and compliance standards.
• Manage multiple initiatives aligned with business objectives while monitoring deliverables, timelines, and technical quality.
• Maintain technical ownership of assigned applications, ensuring proper support and maintenance processes are in place.
• Guide architecture decisions involving Java-based applications, SQL databases, ETL processes, and enterprise integrations.
• Manage technical scorecards and evaluate system performance and efficiency.
• Participate in technology strategy planning and align solutions with business initiatives.
• Coordinate cross-functional technical efforts across business technology teams and user departments.
• Monitor development efforts to ensure adherence to standards, coding practices, and architecture guidelines.
• Provide subject matter expertise on key enterprise initiatives and emerging technology trends.
• Support project planning activities including resource allocation, budget oversight, and delivery timelines.

Requirements:

• Strong hands-on experience with Full-stack Java development in enterprise environments.
• Advanced SQL and ETL development experience , ideally with enterprise schedulers such as Tidal or similar tools.
• Experience with data warehousing technologies such as Snowflake and reporting tools such as Crystal Reports or Qlik .
• Proven experience leading and mentoring technical teams across distributed environments.
• Strong understanding of systems architecture, integration, and software engineering best practices .
• Experience managing software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and project delivery.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.
• Experience managing competing priorities across multiple projects.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and technology governance practices.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; professional experience may substitute. MBA or technical certifications are a plus.

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