App Dev – Java – Lead

Dexian; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexian seeks a highly skilled Application Developer specializing in Java to join our client's team in a leadership capacity. You will drive development initiatives, oversee technical solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance technology and operational objectives.

Responsibilities include leading Java-based applications, gathering requirements, mentoring teams, code reviews, and staying current with industry trends to ensure scalable, high-quality solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive Java application development experience with leadership background.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, best practices, and version control.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and mentoring experience.
• Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of Java-based applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate into specs.
• Mentor and guide development teams, enforcing coding, testing, and deployment best practices.
• Review code and documentation to maintain standards and performance.
• Stay current with Java trends and related technologies.
• Support project planning, prioritization, and delivery to meet goals.

Skills

Java

Leadership

Software architecture

Mentoring

Agile

Tools

Spring Framework

Hibernate

J2EE

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Application Developer specializing in Java to join our client's team in a leadership capacity. This role is designed for a strategic and innovative professional who can drive development initiatives, oversee technical solutions, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will play a key part in advancing our client's technology solutions and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Java-based applications, ensuring high-quality and scalable solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Mentor and guide development teams, fostering best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
• Review code and technical documentation to maintain standards and optimize performance.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in Java development and related technologies.
• Support project planning, prioritization, and delivery to meet organizational goals.

Required Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Java application development, with a proven track record of leading complex projects.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, best practices, and version control.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience mentoring development teams.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with modern development frameworks and tools related to Java.
• Knowledge of internal enterprise systems and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Prior experience in a senior or leadership role within a technology development environment.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and project requirements.

Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support. Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. To learn more, please visit https://dexian.com/. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.