Java Technical Lead

firstPRO, Inc; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

firstPRO, Inc is seeking a Technical Lead to spearhead backend development for enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will drive architectural design and implementation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality delivery. With at least 8 years in software development and a Bachelor's in Computer Science, you will play a crucial role in modernizing technology initiatives.

The role involves mentoring developers, managing project lifecycles, and ensuring alignment with business goals through effective communication.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience with a strong focus on backend Java development.
• Prior experience as a Technical Lead or similar leadership role.
• Strong expertise in Java and enterprise application development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-scale Java applications.
• Provide technical leadership and remain hands-on with architecture and coding.
• Drive projects through the full software development lifecycle.

Skills

Backend Java development

Technical leadership

Agile methodologies

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

We are seeking a hands‑on Technical Lead to join a large‑scale enterprise technology organization supporting critical business applications and digital initiatives. This individual will play a key role in designing and delivering backend solutions while providing technical leadership across cross‑functional teams.

The ideal candidate combines deep Java development expertise with strong communication, ownership, and delivery accountability. This is an opportunity to work in a complex enterprise environment, partnering with architecture teams, business stakeholders, and distributed development teams to drive successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• esLead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise‑scale Java applications and service
• s.Provide technical leadership while remaining hands‑on with architecture, coding, code reviews, troubleshooting, and solution desig
• n.Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, product owners, and development teams to translate business requirements into scalable technical solution
• s.Drive projects through the full software development lifecycle including planning, estimation, design, development, testing, deployment, and production suppor
• t.Partner with onshore and offshore development teams to ensure quality delivery and alignment with project objective
• s.Identify technical risks, dependencies, and opportunities for improvement while ensuring successful project executio
• n.Serve as a bridge between business and technology teams, communicating effectively with both technical and non‑technical audience
• s.Promote development best practices, coding standards, and continuous improvement initiative
• s.Provide mentorship and technical guidance to developers and project team
• s.Support application modernization and enterprise technology initiative

Requirements

• nts8+ years of software development experience with a strong focus on backend Java developme
• nt.Prior experience serving as a Technical Lead, Lead Developer, or similar leadership ro
• le.Strong expertise in Java, object‑oriented design, and enterprise application developme
• nt.Experience designing and implementing scalable, high‑performance application architectur
• es.Ability to balance technical leadership responsibilities with hands‑on development wo
• rk.Proven experience working within complex enterprise environments involving multiple stakeholders and distributed tea
• ms.Strong understanding of software development methodologies, SDLC processes, and Agile delivery practic
• es.Demonstrated ability to drive accountability, ownership, and successful project executi
• on.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholde
• rs.Experience collaborating with architecture teams, business leaders, project managers, and development resourc
• es.Exposure to Angular or other modern front‑end technologies is a plus but not requ
• ed.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferr