Java Engineer (AVP Cary)

Dexian; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company is seeking a Lead Java Developer in Cary, NC, offering a hybrid work model. The role involves designing and maintaining cloud-native enterprise applications. Ideal candidates will have strong Java expertise, experience with GCP, and skills in agile development. This position provides an opportunity to drive application accountability and mentor junior developers.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on expertise in Java and related technologies.
• Experience with cloud-native development including Terraform and GCP services.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver defect-free code for assigned user stories.
• Work within Agile methodologies including sprint planning.
• Mentor junior developers and establish design patterns.

Skills

Core and advanced Java

Spring / Spring Boot

Hibernate

REST-based web services

SQL/Oracle, PostgreSQL

Unix, Shell scripting

Cloud-native development

Microservices design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

This range is provided by Dexian. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$135,000.00/yr - $142,000.00/yr

Job Title: Lead Java Developer.

Location: Cary NC (Hybrid)

Duration: Permanent

Overview

We are seeking motivated developers at multiple levels (Associate, Assistant Vice President, and Vice President) to join our growing team. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise applications with a focus on cloud-native, full-stack, and big data solutions.

Our environment leverages Google Cloud Platform (GCP) extensively, including services such as Cloud Run, Cloud Functions, DataProc, Kubernetes (GKE), and PostgreSQL. You'll contribute to backend, UI, and data engineering components, while ensuring scalable, cost-effective, and production-ready solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality, defect-free code for assigned user stories
• Work within Agile methodologies, participating in sprint planning and daily standups
• Implement Behavior Driven Development (BDD) for clear, testable code
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, ensuring continuous delivery and production stability
• Automate repetitive tasks and optimize processes for efficiency
• Collaborate with distributed teams to design and implement scalable solutions
• (For senior roles) Mentor junior developers, establish design patterns, and drive end-to-end solution design
• Participate in the build it, own it model - taking accountability for applications from design through production support

Requirements

• Strong hands-on expertise in:
  • Core and advanced Java
  • Spring / Spring Boot
  • Hibernate and REST-based web services
  • SQL/Oracle, PostgreSQL
  • Unix, Shell scripting, Queues (messaging systems)
• Experience with cloud-native development (Terraform, GCP services, Kubernetes, Docker)
• Exposure to big data solutions (Apache Beam or similar frameworks)
• Strong design and development skills for microservices and cloud-native applications
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment with a proactive problem-solving mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• UI/Full-Stack exposure (Angular or React)
• Experience in accounting/finance domain (preferred but not required)
• Resilient, adaptable, and self-driven with strong communication and collaboration skills
• Experience working with distributed onshore/offshore teams
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline (or equivalent work experience)

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.