Java Tech Lead (Banking)

ITTConnect; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ITTConnect seeks a Java Tech Lead with Banking/Finance domain experience for a direct-hire, full-time role in Miami. The position is hybrid, requiring collaboration with solutions architects and cross-functional teams to design robust, scalable financial systems.

You will mentor engineers, drive best practices for security and performance, and coordinate with vendors to ensure regulatory alignment and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of software development experience.
• Prior experience in Financial Services / Banks is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Agile development processes.
• Experience with Jira for project management and tracking.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and cross-team collaboration abilities.
• Experience leading software development projects and mentoring developers.
• Fluency in Portuguese or Spanish is highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead scalable solutions using Java and modern tech stacks.
• Oversee development with Kubernetes and Docker containerization.
• Define best practices for code quality, security, and performance.
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate with Solutions Architects and third-party vendors.
• Ensure alignment with bank security, risk, and regulatory standards.
• Drive deployment, integration, and ongoing support of technology solutions.

Skills

Java

Angular

Node.js

React

Python

Spring Boot

Azure

Kafka

Kubernetes

Docker

Cloud

Security

Financial services

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Jira

Docker

CI/CD

Job description

ITTConnect is seeking a Java Tech Lead with experience in Banking / Financial Services for a direct-hire full time position with a client that is a large financial institution.

Job location: Miami

Position is hybrid

Responsibilities:

• Architect and develop scalable solutions using Angular, Node.js, React, Python, Java Spring Boot, Azure, Cloud, Kafka
• Ensure containerized environments are optimized using Kubernetes and Docker
• Establish best practices for code quality, security, and system performance
• Support the team in problem-solving, debugging, and optimizing applications
• Participate in code reviews and mentor developers on improving efficiency
• Responsible for the conceptualization and design of solutions aligned with business goals and requirements, supported by a deep understanding of the current state of systems.
• Defines and communicates a clear vision for the desired future state of the organization's technology and solutions.
• Works closely with Solutions Architects, integrating their expertise and guidance into the solution design process to ensure robustness, scalability, and alignment with the overall system architecture.
• Mentor engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence.
• Collaboration with third party vendors
• Cross work with cross-functional teams
• Oversee the development and implementation of technology solutions.
• Ensure the security, scalability, and efficiency of IT systems by working closely with the Corporate
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical strategies with business objectives
• Oversee the development and implementation of technology solutions, ensuring that each stage of the process is aligned with the bank’s security requirements, risk management protocols, and compliance standards by collaborating closely with the Corporate Security Office and relevant stakeholders.
• Integrate security best practices into software development and infrastructure management, proactively identifying and mitigating potential vulnerabilities throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Ensure all technology solutions are scalable, efficient, and compliant with applicable financial sector regulations and internal governance controls.
• Troubleshoot complex technical challenges and provide strategic solutions.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies to enhance banking operations.
• Discuss technical implementation scenarios and collaborate closely with the DevOps team, Data Engineering, BI team, and Infrastructure Team to ensure effective deployment, integration, and ongoing support of technology solutions

Requirements:

• 12+ years of experience with Software Development
• Highly desirable previous experience working for Financial Services / Banks
• Strong knowledge of Agile development processes
• Experience with Jira for project management and tracking
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
• Experience in leading software development projects and mentoring developers
• Highly desirable fluency in Portuguese or Spanish
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field