Lead Java Developer
Glint Tech Solutions LLC•St. Louis, MO
•Hybrid
About The Position
Our client, a leading enterprise client in the telecommunications technology sector, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Lead Java Developer to architect, lead, and deliver scalable microservice-based solutions in a cloud-native environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- 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
- Strong background in event-driven architectures and messaging systems (Kafka, Camel)
- Experience leading application modernization and digital transformation projects
- Expertise in containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with service meshes (Istio), API gateways (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
Nice To Haves
- Telecommunications industry experience, including customer identity, billing systems, and network equipment management
- Full-stack development experience with React or Angular
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and SAFe frameworks
- Cloud-native tool development and internal platform engineering
Responsibilities
- Architect and lead 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 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
