Java Backend Lead Developer

Role : Java Backend Lead Developer Location : Minneapolis MN - Day 1 Onsite Role Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Java Backend Developer to join our team for a key project with our client. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, API development, and cloud-native solutions, along with proven leadership experience in guiding teams, reviewing code, and ensuring best practices in backend development. Responsibilities • Lead and mentor a team of backend developers, ensuring high-quality delivery. • Architect, design, and develop scalable backend solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices. • Build and maintain RESTful APIs and integrations with internal/external systems. • Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and cross-functional teams to gather and refine requirements. • Drive best practices in coding standards, performance tuning, and secure development. • Work on cloud-based deployments (AWS/Azure/GCP) and support containerized applications using Docker & Kubernetes. • Implement CI/CD pipelines and contribute to DevOps practices. • Perform code reviews, technical documentation, and design discussions. • Troubleshoot complex technical issues and ensure system reliability, scalability, and performance. Required Skills • 10+ years of experience in backend development with Java/J2EE. • Strong expertise in Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, and Spring Data JPA/Hibernate. • Hands-on experience with REST APIs and Microservices architecture. • Proficiency in SQL & NoSQL databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis). • Strong understanding of Multithreading, Concurrency, and JVM internals. • Experience with Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and CI/CD pipelines. • Familiarity with containerization & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). • Knowledge of messaging frameworks (Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar). • Good understanding of design patterns, system design, and distributed systems. • Excellent communication and leadership skills with proven experience in mentoring teams. Good to Have • Experience with GraphQL. • Knowledge of monitoring & logging tools (Splunk, ELK stack, Prometheus, Grafana). • Exposure to financial/banking domain projects. Educational Qualification • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.