Job Summary
Synechron is seeking a Java technology professional with a minimum of 5+ years of experience in technology leadership and software development. The role will lead cross-functional technology teams, provide technical guidance, drive technology initiatives, and translate business requirements into effective Java-based technology solutions. The position will contribute to business objectives by supporting successful project delivery, improving technology processes, evaluating new technologies, maintaining technology roadmaps, and aligning technology capabilities with overall business strategy.
Software Requirements
Required
- In-depth understanding of Java, software technologies, and technology systems.
- Experience using current and supported versions of Java.
- Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.
- Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
- Understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
- Knowledge of cloud computing platforms and infrastructure.
- Knowledge of database management systems and data structures.
- Experience with software development lifecycle practices, including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
- Familiarity with source control, code review, testing, documentation, and release processes.
- Ability to evaluate technology options and translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Experience with project management and collaboration tools used for planning, tracking, documentation, and delivery.
Preferred
- Experience developing enterprise-scale Java applications.
- Experience with Java-based backend frameworks, RESTful APIs, microservices, and web services.
- Experience with cloud-native Java application development and deployment.
- Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, infrastructure automation, monitoring, and observability tools.
- Experience with containerized and distributed application architectures.
- Knowledge of secure software development and application performance practices.
- Experience evaluating third-party technologies and managing vendor relationships.
- Knowledge of efficient and sustainable use of cloud and computing resources.
Overall Responsibilities
- Lead and manage cross-functional technology teams.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
- Drive technology initiatives and ensure successful delivery of projects.
- Identify areas for improvement and implement process changes to increase efficiency.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into Java-based technology solutions.
- Define or contribute to software architecture, technical designs, integration approaches, and implementation plans.
- Evaluate new technologies and make recommendations for adoption.
- Develop and maintain technology roadmaps and ensure alignment with overall business strategy.
- Manage delivery risks, dependencies, technical issues, and project priorities.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
- Support the development of scalable, secure, maintainable, and cost-effective Java solutions.
- Promote effective engineering practices, knowledge sharing, documentation, and continuous improvement.
- Consider security, operational efficiency, cost management, and sustainability when selecting and implementing technology solutions.
Technical Skills (By Category)
Programming Languages
Essential
- Java using current and supported versions.
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and Java development principles.
- Knowledge of collections, exception handling, multithreading, and application performance.
- Understanding of data structures and algorithms.
- Ability to develop maintainable, testable, and production-quality code.
Preferred
- JavaScript or TypeScript.
- Experience with HTML5, CSS3, and web development concepts.
- Knowledge of scripting languages used for automation or development support.
Databases/Data Management
Essential
- Knowledge of database management systems.
- Strong understanding of SQL, relational databases, and data modeling.
- Knowledge of data structures, data quality, and data lifecycle management.
- Understanding of database performance, scalability, availability, and security considerations.
Preferred
- Experience with NoSQL databases.
- Experience designing database schemas and optimizing queries.
- Knowledge of caching, data persistence, and distributed data management.
- Familiarity with data integration and processing practices.
Cloud Technologies
Essential
- Knowledge of cloud computing platforms and infrastructure.
- Understanding of cloud-based application deployment, scalability, availability, monitoring, and cost management.
- Ability to assess cloud services and infrastructure options based on business and technical requirements.
Preferred
- Experience deploying Java applications on cloud platforms.
- Familiarity with containers, orchestration, serverless services,