Cloud-Native Java Tech Lead – AWS Microservices

Heitmeyer Consulting; Colorado; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Heitmeyer Consulting is seeking a hands-on Java Tech Lead to modernize backend systems from legacy to AWS-based architectures. This role involves leading teams, building scalable microservices, and architecting secure, reliable systems.

The ideal candidate will have 8–10+ years of backend engineering experience, expertise in Java, and a strong background in cloud transformation. Emphasis is on event-driven design and technical leadership in a regulated financial environment.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of backend software engineering experience.
• Strong expertise in Java or JVM-based technologies.
• Proven experience building microservices and REST APIs.

Responsibilities

• Drive migration of legacy systems to AWS cloud-native architecture.
• Design and deliver APIs and service interfaces.
• Set and communicate technical direction across teams.

Skills

Backend software engineering experience

Expertise in Java or JVM-based technologies

Building microservices and REST APIs

Hands-on AWS experience

Event-driven architectures

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Datadog

Job description

Heitmeyer Consulting is seeking a hands-on Java Tech Lead to modernize backend systems from legacy to AWS-based architectures. This role involves leading teams, building scalable microservices, and architecting secure, reliable systems.

The ideal candidate will have 8–10+ years of backend engineering experience, expertise in Java, and a strong background in cloud transformation. Emphasis is on event-driven design and technical leadership in a regulated financial environment.