Java Software Lead

Position: Java Principal Software Engineer/Lead Location: Fort Worth, TX-Onsite Duration: 12+ Months Contract Only Locals Must be US Citizen only As a Sr Principal Software Engineer supporting Digital Engineering Team, you will be trusted to lead team of developers in the design, development, and maintenance of software applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in multiple programming languages, web development frameworks, databases, and cloud platforms at Fort Worth, TX. In this role, a typical day will include: • Technical Leadership: Collaborate with the Product team and Solution Architects to release new features. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture. Lead the development team in designing, developing, and maintaining software applications. • Participate in design and sprint reviews to remove technical barriers, shape our products' direction, and improve patient outcomes. Stay updated with the latest technologies and industry trends. • Design and Development: Architect, design, and implement scalable software solutions using technologies like Spring Boot, JPA/Hibernate, and Microservices. Develop robust backend features while adhering to best practices. Design complex software systems for scalability, performance, and security. • Proficient in designing and implementing microservices architecture using Spring MVC (Java Spring Boot) and Spring Cloud frameworks. • Security: Implement design patterns and best practices for high-performance backend services, ensuring software security and protection from breaches. • Quality Assurance: Advocate for quality engineering practices such as unit testing, code reviews, and CI/CD pipelines to deliver reliable and efficient software. Ensure thorough testing and debugging before software release. • Cloud and Infrastructure: Expertise in AWS or other cloud platforms, using cloud-native technologies and best practices to optimize infrastructure and application performance. • Problem Solving: Use a programmatic approach to identify root causes and implement effective solutions to complex technical challenges. • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and deliver solutions aligned with strategic objectives. • Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely task completion and effective collaboration within a dynamic team. Preferred Qualifications: • Hands-on experience with Helm Charts and API security best practices. • Advanced proficiency in Spring Boot, JPA/Hibernate, Microservices, and related technologies. • Strong understanding of software design patterns, architectural principles, and industry best practices. • Expertise in low-level technical documentation standards. • Proven experience with CI/CD pipelines, particularly using Jenkins, and container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes. • Familiarity with cloud platforms, especially AWS, and cloud-native technologies. • Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. • Demonstrated success in leading and mentoring engineering teams. • Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience • 7 Years of Relevant Experience • The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English.