Java Technical Lead (React)

Sopra Steria USA; India; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sopra Steria USA is seeking an experienced Java/React Team Lead to drive development across Java back-end and React front-end stacks. You will guide design, code reviews, and architecture alignment while mentoring distributed teams.

The role requires strong Java/Spring Boot expertise, REST API development, and hands-on experience with CI/CD practices. Join a global delivery team and contribute to secure, scalable software solutions.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of software development experience.
• Strong Java, Spring Boot and Hibernate proficiency.
• Frontend experience with ReactJS and JavaScript.
• Experience with RESTful API development and microservices.
• Experience leading globally distributed teams.
• Knowledge of CI/CD, testing, and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Java/React developers.
• Develop, review, and maintain high-quality code based on requirements.
• Perform code reviews and enforce coding standards, quality, and security practices.
• Drive Sprint/PI planning, estimation, and technical discussions.
• Ensure code aligns with architecture and tech standards.
• Support CI/CD, test automation, security and performance initiatives.
• Troubleshoot production issues and ensure stability.
• Mentor team members and promote knowledge sharing.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Hibernate

ReactJS

JavaScript

REST API

Microservices

CI/CD

GitHub

JUnit

Oracle

MongoDB

PL/SQL

Design Patterns

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science

Tools

GitHub

IntelliJ IDEA

SonarQube

Checkmarx

Job description

Company Description

About Sopra Steria
Sopra Steria, a major Tech player in Europe with 51,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, is recognised for its consulting, digital services and solutions. It helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. The Group provides end-to-end solutions to make large companies and organisations more competitive by combining in-depth knowledge of a wide range of business sectors and innovative technologies with a collaborative approach. Sopra Steria places people at the heart of everything it does and is committed to putting digital to work for its clients in order to build a positive future for all. In 2025, the Group generated revenues of €5.6 billion.
The world is how we shape it.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and support a team of Java/React developers.
2. Develop, review, and maintain high-quality code based on business and technical requirements.
3. Perform code reviews and enforce coding standards, quality, and security best practices.
4. Drive Sprint/ PI planning, estimation, solution reviews and technical discussions.
5. Ensure code is aligned with defined architecture and technology standards
6. Support CI/CD implementation, test automation, security and performance initiatives.
7. Troubleshoot production issues and ensure application stability.
8. Mentor team members and promote knowledge sharing.
   

Must-have skills

1. Java: Java 8/11/17, Spring/Spring Boot, Hibernate, Java
2. Frontend: ReactJS, JavaScript, React Core Concepts.
3. Testing: JUnit, Mockito, Karate, Cucumber, Jest, React Testing Library.
4. Database: MongoDB/Oracle with strong PL/SQL skills.
5. Tools: GitHub, Git Commands, IntelliJ IDEA, SonarQube, Checkmarx.
6. Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Design, Design Patterns, and Multi-threaded Programming.
7. Experience with Agile methodologies and CI/CD practices.
8. Strong knowledge of REST API development and microservices architecture.
9. Proven experience in leading globally distributed teams.
10. Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
    

Preferred:

Microservices architecture, cloud platforms, and DevOps exposure.

Qualifications

Computer Science foundation in a software engineering role & good knowledge of OOAD, scalability issues and multi-tiered solutions.

Additional Information

Total Experience Expected: 06-08 years

At our organization, we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.