Java Lead Developer

Capgemini; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 125,849,000 - 196,625,000; Full time

Job summary

Tundra Technical Solutions is seeking a Lead Java Developer to oversee the design, development, and maintenance of Java-based applications in a client-facing environment. You will lead a team of developers, ensuring high-quality software delivery and adherence to best practices.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with product managers and designers, and drive technical decisions, architecture discussions, and robust CI/CD pipelines to ensure scalable, secure solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Java Developer with a strong software development background.
• Experience with Spring and Hibernate frameworks.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles and RESTful APIs.
• Proficiency in SQL and relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with Git and CI/CD practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of Java-based applications.
• Oversee and mentor a team of Java developers, providing guidance and support.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and specifications.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Ensure the scalability, performance, and security of applications.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical decision‑making.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team mentoring

Java

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

Java

Spring

Hibernate

RESTful APIs

SQL

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Job description

As a Lead Java Developer, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and maintenance of Java-based applications. You will lead a team of developers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions. Your role will involve designing, coding, testing, and deploying applications, as well as mentoring junior developers and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of Java-based applications.
• Oversee and mentor a team of Java developers, providing guidance and support.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and specifications.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Ensure the scalability, performance, and security of applications.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical decision‑making.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Java Developer, with a strong background in software development.
• Extensive experience with Java and related frameworks (e.g., Spring, Hibernate).
• Strong understanding of object‑oriented programming principles.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and web services.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Understanding of Agile methodologies.

The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $43.92/hour - $68.62/hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America's leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients' success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.