Lead Java Backend with AI and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Experience Emergency Alerting OR Public Safety Platforms || || Remote

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Kappium LLC, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! Need Background working with FEMA or similar disaster/emergency alerting systems The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is a U.S. Department of Homeland Security agency responsible for coordinating federal response to disasters. Role – Lead Java Backend with Emergency alerting OR public safety platforms Location - Chicago, IL Visa – Location – Remote Client - Company headquartered in Chicago, IL About The Job Your profile and resume are missing some required qualifications Technical Lead – Backend Java / AI Modernization Location: Remote (U.S.-based) | Type: Contract-to-Hire We are seeking a Technical Lead – Backend Java Developer to drive a high-impact AI modernization initiative focused on real-time data processing and event-driven systems. This role is ideal for someone who has led backend engineering efforts in environments where speed, reliability, and scalability are critical, particularly within public safety, emergency response, or alerting systems. You will play a key role in designing and leading modern architectures that support real-time messaging, data streaming, and AI-driven capabilities. Key Responsibilities • Lead design and development of scalable backend systems using Java • Drive architecture for event-driven and real-time data processing systems • Oversee modernization efforts incorporating AI/automation into existing platforms • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-availability, mission-critical solutions Required Experience • 12+ years of backend development experience, with strong expertise in Java • Proven experience in a Tech Lead or Lead Developer role • Experience with AI integration or modernization initiatives • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) • Experience with high-volume messaging systems and fault-tolerant design Hands-on experience with: • Event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.) • Real-time data streaming and processing systems Experience working on systems related to: • Emergency alerting / public safety platforms • Police, fire, or first responder communication systems • Disaster response or government-related technology initiatives • Strong understanding of system design, scalability, and distributed systems Preferred / Nice-to-Have • Background working with FEMA or similar disaster/emergency alerting systems • Exposure to GIS, geospatial data, or mapping technologies What Makes This Opportunity Unique • Work on technology that directly impacts public safety and emergency response • Lead modernization efforts incorporating AI into real-world, high-stakes systems • Join a well-established, reputable organization with strong engineering investment • Fully remote flexibility with long-term potential through contract-to-hire conversion If you''re a hands-on technical leader with experience building real-time, mission-critical systems and are excited about AI-driven transformation, we’d like to connect. Mohit Joshi | Kappium LLC Sr. Technical Recruiter Email: