Java Development - Lead Consultant | Remote

Remote Jobs; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Remote

Job summary

Remote Jobs seeks an experienced Lead Java Developer to drive design, development, and delivery of scalable, cloud-native applications. You will mentor teams, guide architectural decisions, and integrate AI-driven solutions within modern cloud environments.

The role requires strong Java expertise (Spring Boot, microservices), leadership experience, and hands-on work with Azure services. This is a fully remote opportunity with opportunities to influence enterprise-grade solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, engineering, or related field.
• 5–7+ years of Java development with at least 2–3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture.
• Experience with Azure (App Services, Azure Functions, AKS, Azure DevOps).
• Experience integrating AI/ML services (REST APIs, Azure AI, OpenAI or similar).
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, distributed systems, and event-driven architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design, development, and deployment of Java applications.
• Architect and implement scalable, secure, high-performing solutions on Azure.
• Drive integration of AI/ML capabilities into business applications.
• Mentor and guide a team of developers; establish coding standards and best practices.
• Oversee CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and cloud-native development standards.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

REST APIs

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure

Spring Boot

Microservices

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Java Developer to drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable, cloud-native applications. This role combines deep technical expertise in Java development with leadership responsibilities, including mentoring teams, driving architectural decisions, and integrating AI-driven solutions within modern cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade Java
• applications
• Architect and implement scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions preferably on
• Azure Cloud Drive the integration of AI/ML capabilities (e.g., APIs, models, automation) into business
• applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into
• technical solutions
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to a team of developers
• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development frameworks
• Oversee code reviews, performance optimization, and system troubleshooting
• Manage project timelines, delivery commitments, and resource planning
• Ensure CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and cloud-native development standards are
• followed
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, particularly in AI, cloud computing, and
• microservices architecture

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 5-7+ years of experience in Java development, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership role
• Strong expertise in Java (Spring Boot, Microservices architecture)
• Familiarity or hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure (App Services, Azure Functions,
• AKS, Azure DevOps)
• Experience integrating AI/ML services (e.g., REST APIs, Azure AI, OpenAI, or similar
• platforms)
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, distributed systems, and event-driven architecture
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases
• Proven experience in leading development teams and delivering complex projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI frameworks or tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, or cloud-based AI
• services)
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Exposure to data engineering or big data technologies
• Strong knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Developer Associate, Azure Solutions Architect)

Key Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
• Ability to combine backend engineering with AI-driven solutioning
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to balance hands-on development with mentoring responsibilities
• Continuous learning mindset, especially in AI and cloud technologies

Additional Details

• Shift Schedule: 5PM - 2AM (PH Time)
• Work Setup: Fully Remote