Java Tech Lead

Mphasis; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Mphasis seeks an experienced Java Tech Lead to guide design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade applications. You will lead architecture, hands-on development, and mentoring across teams.

Responsibilities include building microservices with Spring Boot, driving CI/CD, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring performance, security, and scalability in cloud environments.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Java development.
• Strong expertise in Core Java (8/11/17).
• Hands-on with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise Java applications.
• Architect and build microservices using Spring Boot.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards.
• Mentor developers on technical solutions and design approaches.
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive DevOps best practices.
• Drive CI/CD implementation and technology evaluations.
• Ensure performance, security, and scalability.

Skills

15+ years Java experience

Core Java (8/11/17)

Spring Boot

Microservices architecture

RESTful APIs

SQL/NoSQL databases

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Kafka messaging

Git/Jenkins/Maven/Gradle

Docker/Kubernetes

Leadership

Communication/Stakeholder mgmt

Tools

Spring MVC

Spring Data JPA

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Java Tech Lead to lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade applications. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Java technologies, microservices architecture, cloud platforms, and team leadership. This role requires hands‑on technical leadership, stakeholder interaction, and mentoring of development teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable Java-based applications.
• Architect and develop microservices using Spring Boot and related frameworks.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and cross‑functional teams.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Mentor and guide developers on technical solutions and design approaches.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues.
• Drive CI/CD implementation and DevOps best practices.
• Participate in architectural discussions and technology evaluations.
• Ensure application performance, security, and scalability.

Required Skills

• 15+ years of experience in Java development.
• Strong expertise in Core Java, Java 8/11/17.
• Hands‑on experience with Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA.
• Strong experience in Microservices architecture.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and API integrations.
• Knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.).
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with Kafka or other messaging technologies.
• Experience with Git, Jenkins, Maven/Gradle, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Strong problem‑solving and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Financial Services/Banking domain experience.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Prior experience leading development teams.