Java API Tech Lead

Position Description

We are seeking an experienced Java Full Stack Tech Lead to drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable, high-performance, end-to-end web applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java, microservices architecture, modern frontend frameworks, API development, and cloud-native technologies. This role requires strong technical leadership, full stack hands-on development expertise, and the ability to guide teams through complex engineering challenges across both backend and frontend layers. The candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, ensure adherence to engineering best practices, and oversee end-to-end solution delivery and quality.

Future Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality full stack technical solutions across UI and backend layers.
• Drive architecture and roadmap for microservices-based backend and modern frontend frameworks.
• Provide innovative solutions to complex technical challenges and drive business outcomes.
• Provide technical leadership in Java/Spring Boot backend and frontend frameworks (Angular/React).
• Mentor and guide team members to develop scalable, maintainable, and high-quality code.
• Work in an Agile environment and adapt to changing business requirements and priorities.
• Stay hands-on with development to design, build, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate closely with leadership, product teams, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ensure proper test strategy, automation coverage, and defect resolution processes across the stack.
• Drive adoption of best practices in coding, CI/CD, security, and performance optimization.
• Lead design discussions and contribute to UI/UX improvements and system scalability.
• Oversee integration across multiple systems and ensure seamless end-to-end functionality.

Required Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience building enterprise applications using Java / J2EE / Spring ecosystem.
• Strong experience in full stack development, including backend (Java, Spring Boot) and frontend (Angular, React, or similar frameworks).
• Expertise in designing and developing RESTful APIs and Microservices architectures.
• Experience working with modern UI technologies such as Angular (2+), React, or Vue.js, along with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, Hibernate/JPA.
• Experience with containerization (Docker), Kubernetes, and OpenShift platforms.
• Strong knowledge of event-driven architecture using Kafka or similar messaging systems.
• Experience with databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, or MongoDB.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Strong understanding of application security, authentication (OAuth/JWT), and secure coding practices.
• Experience in integrating frontend applications with backend APIs at scale.
• Proven ability to lead teams, mentor developers, and drive technical excellence and delivery.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills in distributed Agile teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.