Lead Java Developer

Lead Java Developer

Our client, a multinational telecommunications technology company is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Lead Java Developer to architect, lead, and deliver scalable microservice-based solutions in a cloud-native environment.

12 Months

Hybrid - 3 days onsite in St. Louis, MO (NO RELO)

Additional Comments

- 3 submission slots

- Hybrid - 3 days onsite in St. Louis, MO - local candidates ONLY

- Interview Process: 2 video interviews, possible onsite

This role requires deep technical expertise, strong leadership, and a proven track record in enterprise-scale systems-preferably within the telecommunications industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and lead the development of robust Java-based microservices using Spring Boot and related frameworks.
• Guide and mentor engineering teams, fostering best practices in software design, testing, and DevOps.
• Lead cloud-native solution design and deployment using AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker.
• Design and implement event-driven systems using Apache Kafka and messaging frameworks like Apache Camel.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business goals and customer needs.
• Drive modernization efforts, including monolith-to-microservices transformations and legacy system integrations.
• Champion CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and observability practices.
• Lead initiatives in identity management, billing systems, and customer self-service platforms.
• Ensure secure coding practices, performance optimization, and production readiness.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and promote knowledge sharing across teams.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• 8+ years of professional experience in Java development, including enterprise-scale microservices.
• 5+ years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), including architecture and deployment.
• Proven experience with Spring Boot, GraphQL, and Node.js in backend development.
• Strong background in event-driven architectures and messaging systems (Kafka, Camel).
• Experience leading application modernization and digital transformation projects.
• Expertise in containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with service meshes (e.g., Istio), API gateways (e.g., Zuul, NGINX), and OAuth2/SAML.
• Proficiency in CI/CD tools (GitLab, Jenkins), observability tools (DataDog, SumoLogic), and distributed tracing.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications systems, including identity, billing, and device management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Preferred Experience:
• Telecommunications industry experience, including work with customer identity, billing systems, and network equipment management.
• Experience with full-stack development, including React or Angular for internal tooling.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and SAFE frameworks.
• Cloud-native tool development and internal platform engineering.