Lead Java Developer (Medicare / Insurance Domain)

Lead Java Developer (Medicare / Insurance Domain)We are looking for an experienced Lead Java Developer with strong Medicare and Insurance domain expertise to lead the development, enhancement, and deployment of GIAS interfaces and related systems. This role requires a hands-on technical leader who can drive end-to-end delivery, collaborate across teams, and ensure high-quality solutions in a complex enterprise environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage all GIAS interface modifications, ensuring successful end-to-end delivery.Provide technical leadership and collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions.Oversee design, development, and implementation of GIAS-related enhancements.Conduct code reviews and design validations to maintain quality and best practices.Define technical requirements and coordinate with server, DBA, and infrastructure teams for environment setup.Guide teams in data conversion activities, including initial data population for GIAS modules (billing, accounting, commissions, etc.).Support accounting configuration within GIAS in collaboration with business teams.Coordinate with external teams (e.g., Ensono) for HIPAA suite setup and integration.Lead migration of GIAS TPA-layer code and manage source environments.Contribute to Azure DevOps setup, including repositories, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment processes.Work with scheduling tools (Tidal/GOA/ActiveBatch) for batch job configuration and execution.Design and implement Azure-based web services for GIAS.Collaborate with stakeholders (BA, QA, actuarial, and client teams) for issue resolution and delivery alignment.Mentor junior developers and onboard new team members.Plan and execute production deployments and support batch cycles.Communicate effectively with clients during US Eastern Time hours.Required Skills & Experience13+ years of hands-on experience in Java development.Strong expertise in Core Java, SQL, Hibernate, JDBC, OOP, Data Structures, Multithreading, JDK, JVM.Experience with Spring, JSP, Servlets, MVC architecture, HTML.Proficiency in JUnit, Mockito, Maven, and exception handling.Hands-on experience with Eclipse IDE.Strong experience in the Insurance domain, especially Policy Administration Systems.Medicare / Health Insurance experience is highly preferred.Familiarity with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-based deployments.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and client-facing communication skills.Proven ability to lead teams and deliver in a collaborative environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience working with GIAS (Group Insurance Administration System).Knowledge of Liquibase scripts and database versioning.Exposure to batch processing and scheduling tools.Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.