Lead Java Developer

Lead Java Developer | Columbus, Ohio, United States Lead Java Developer - Contract to Hire (Columbus, OH - Onsite Interview Required) About the Role Join a technology-driven team as a Lead Java Developer, designing and delivering innovative IT solutions that drive business value and enhance customer experience. Leverage your expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and cloud platforms to guide high-impact projects within a collaborative, agile environment. This is a 3-6 month contract to hire position with significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership. Responsibilities - Design, develop, and implement robust Java applications aligned with enterprise architecture standards. - Own the technical delivery of projects, mentoring team members and collaborating with cross-functional partners. - Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions that meet organizational objectives. - Lead the development and deployment of microservices, RESTful APIs, and cloud-native applications. - Drive DevOps practices, ensuring quality, automation, and continuous integration using modern CI/CD tools. - Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize applications to ensure high performance and reliability. - Communicate effectively with business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure project success. - Maintain and manage code repositories, architectural documentation, and deployment pipelines. Required Skills and Experience - Minimum 10 years of hands-on software engineering experience. - Advanced proficiency with Java, Spring, Spring Boot, REST API, and microservices architecture. - Demonstrated experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) - Azure or AWS considered. - Strong background in containerization, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins), and DevOps methodologies. - Expertise with SQL, Oracle, MySQL, DB2, and database optimization. - Experience building and consuming web services using J2EE, JAX-RS, Swagger, and API documentation tools. - Proficiency with IBM DataPower Gateway, IBM Integration Service Bus (IIB/ACE), and IBM MQ Websphere. - Leadership experience in guiding development teams and partnering with business stakeholders. - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Preferred Skills - Experience with GCP products: Cloud Run, Terraform, Big Data, Big Query. - Knowledge of fraud technology and JWT authentication. - Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and Kanban delivery frameworks. - Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. - Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences. Benefits - Growth opportunity into a permanent leadership role. - Exposure to cutting-edge cloud and integration technologies. - Dynamic, fast-paced team environment with high-impact projects. - Direct collaboration with business and operational leaders. How to Apply Submit your updated resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted for a single onsite interview round in Columbus, OH. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.