Job Type: Contract

Job Category: IT

Job Description

Job Title: Lead Java Developer – Microservices
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Contract

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Lead Java Developer with strong expertise in Microservices architecture to guide development teams, design scalable systems, and ensure high-quality delivery of services in a distributed environment. The ideal candidate will possess deep hands-on Java skills, architectural understanding, and leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of Java-based microservices.
• Architect scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, QA, and product.
• Review code, enforce best practices, and guide junior developers.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and optimize system performance.
• Participate in sprint planning, architectural discussions, and decision-making.
• Ensure code quality, testing standards, and adherence to CI/CD pipelines.

Required Skills & Experience

• 8–12+ years of overall software development experience.
• Strong expertise with Core Java, Java 8/11+, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
• Hands-on experience with REST APIs, distributed systems, and cloud-native principles.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab, etc.).
• Good knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases (MySQL, MongoDB, Cassandra, etc.).
• Familiarity with message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Strong understanding of design patterns, OOP principles, and best coding practices.

Required Skills