Java Technical Lead

Amtex Systems Inc; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Amtex Systems Inc in Ashburn, VA is seeking an experienced Technical Lead with strong Java skills to guide architecture and delivery across key initiatives.

You will lead development teams, design scalable systems with AWS and microservices, drive agile processes, review code, and ensure reliable, high‑quality releases.

You will mentor engineers and collaborate with product and operations to meet business goals while addressing production issues.

Qualifications

• Strong hands‑on experience with Java.
• Proficient in system design, including AWS and Microservices architecture.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the design and development of innovative and high‑impact initiatives, ensuring alignment with project goals and business objectives.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance the development process and system performance.
• Develop and refine system architecture, focusing on scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
• Utilize AWS services and Microservices architecture to build robust and efficient solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring best practices and high‑quality code delivery.
• Mentor junior developers and foster a collaborative and knowledge‑sharing environment.

Skills

Java

API design

AWS

Microservices

Team leadership

Agile

Job description

• Strong hands-on Java development skills, with API’s, AWS system design, and microservices.
• Experience leading teams, while still being a hands-on developer.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for an experienced and hands‑on Technical Lead with strong coding skills in Java. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in system design, and proficiency in AWS and Microservices. This role involves leading proof‑of‑concept (POC) initiatives, guiding agile development processes, acting as a tech lead, and addressing production issues.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Spearhead the design and development of innovative and high‑impact initiatives, ensuring alignment with project goals and business objectives.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance the development process and system performance.
• Develop and refine system architecture, focusing on scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
• Utilize AWS services and Microservices architecture to build robust and efficient solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring best practices and high‑quality code delivery.
• Mentor junior developers and foster a collaborative and knowledge‑sharing environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong hands‑on experience with Java.
• Proficient in system design, including AWS and Microservices architecture.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and practices.