Full Stack Tech Lead

Cloud Hybrid Technologies, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking an experienced Lead Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and deliver scalable enterprise cloud-native applications. The role requires technical leadership, strong expertise in React and Java, as well as collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have 7 years of development experience and at least 3 years in a leadership position. Responsibilities include leading development efforts, coding, and acting as the primary technical liaison for clients. Competitive compensation and an inclusive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 7 years of software development experience, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership role.
• Strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience with Cloud platforms, knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end development efforts and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Develop and maintain responsive front‑end applications with React.js.
• Design and develop high‑performance microservices using Java and Spring Boot.
• Integrate with databases and external services.

Skills

React

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices architecture

Cloud platforms (preferably Azure)

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL databases

NoSQL databases

CICD pipelines

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Lead Full Stack Developer with strong expertise in React, Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture to lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable enterprise cloud-native applications. This role will involve technical leadership, solution design, hands‑on coding and collaboration with cross‑functional teams. The candidate will serve as a key technical liaison between the offshore development team and the clients onshore stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead end‑to‑end development efforts, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and architectural guidelines.
• Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and architecture discussions

Solution Design / Development

• Develop and maintain responsive, user friendly front‑end applications with React.js.
• Design and develop high‑performance, scalable, and secure microservices using Java, Spring Boot and related frameworks.
• Implement RESTFul APIs, event‑driven communication, and messaging solutions
  • Integrate with databases (SQLNoSQL), caching systems, and external services
  • Solid understanding of Microsoft Azure.
• Work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and QA teams to define requirements and deliver solutions.
• Coordinate with offshore teams to align priorities, resolve blockers, and ensure timely delivery.

Quality Performance

• Ensure application performance, scalability, and security are optimized.

Onshore Client Engagement

• Act as the primary technical contact for the client.
• Provide regular updates, technical presentations, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Required Skills / Qualifications

• Education Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience 7 years of software development experience, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership role.

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Java 811 and spring boot.
• Expertise with Cloud platforms (preferably Azure)
  • Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes and container orchestration
  • Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with CICD pipelines and automation tools.
• Knowledge of security best practices (OAuth2, JWT, SSLTLS).

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Problem‑solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and in a distributed team.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Kafka, RabbitMQ or other messaging systems.
• Knowledge of Domain‑Driven Design (DDD) and API Gateway patterns.
• Knowledge of automated testing frameworks (Junit, Mockito).
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodology.

Cloud Hybrid is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability and veterans, (M/F/D/V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. Cloud Hybrid will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Cloud Hybrid require in a posting or otherwise U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.