Lead Front End Software Engineer

Techstra Solutions; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Techstra Solutions is seeking a Lead Front End Software Engineer (Java) to guide technical design and development, resolve complex problems, and mentor teammates in Birmingham, AL. The role emphasizes strong UX, code reviews, and modern engineering practices within a banking environment.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience, deep knowledge of Angular, Node.js, Java, and release management, plus a proven track record in delivering scalable software solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
• Proficiency in Angular, Node.js, and Java Development.
• Experience with process improvement and release management.
• Strong software solutions design and UX awareness.
• Experience in design/architecture and application development.
• Team leadership and group problem solving skills.
• Customer engagement and solutions oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead Front End Developer with team leadership and UX design skills.
• Develop and lead the technical design of software solutions.
• Propose and design software solutions for complex business needs.
• Facilitate complex problem resolution and provide guidance.
• Review coding, testing, and documentation for quality and compliance.
• Apply modern principles and tools to advance initiatives.
• Support customers with solutions aligned to needs.

Skills

Angular

Node.js

Java Development

Process Improvement

Release Management

Software Solutions and Design

User Experience (UX) Design

Application Development

Design and architecture familiarity/ex

Business and Team Management

Group Problem Solving

Customer Engagement and Solutions Or

Banking experience

Financial institution experience

Understanding regulatory and risk con

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Role Overview

The Lead Front End Software Engineer (Java) role adds leadership of technical design and development, complex problem resolution, guidance and support for colleagues, code and documentation reviews, and use of modern principles, methodologies, and tools to advance business initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Front End Developer with strong UX Design skills, team leadership, and coding experience.


• 8+ Years of experience preferably in a large banking / financial institution environment.


• Creates and leads the technical design and development of software solutions.


• Proposes & designs software solutions to address complex business needs. Prepares technical and procedural documentation required.


• Facilitates complex problem resolution.


• Provides technical guidance and support to colleagues. Reviews coding, testing, and documentation of software.


• Applies modern principles, methodologies and tools to advance business initiatives and capabilities.

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.


• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support the companies Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
  
  
  
  • Banking operations familiarity
  
  
  • Controls
  
  
  • Compliance considerations
  
  
  • Risk management processes
  
  
  
  


• Technical Troubleshooting - Subject Matter Depth and Breadth


• Application Delivery Process - Extensive Experience


• Application Design, Architecture - Subject Matter Depth and Breadth


• Application Development Tools - Subject Matter Depth and Breadth


• Application Testing - Extensive Experience


• Packaged Application Integration - Subject Matter Depth and Breadth


• System Development Lifecycle - Extensive Experience

Required Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field


• Angular


• Node.js


• Java Development


• Process Improvement


• Release Management


• Software Solutions and Design


• User Experience (UX) Design


• Application Development


• Design and architecture familiarity/experience


• Business and Team Management


• Group Problem Solving


• Customer Engagement and Solutions Oriented

Preferred Qualifications

• Banking experience


• Financial institution experience


• Understanding regulatory and risk controls

Locations:

Birmingham, AL

About Techstra Solutions

Techstra Solutions is a certified woman-owned (WBENC) management consulting firm specializing in strategy, technology, and implementation services for large organizations undergoing digital and talent transformation. Our experienced team partners with clients to co-create innovative solutions in applications, data, AI, and automation that accelerate measurable, sustainable change. From advisory consulting through technical execution, we are dedicated to driving world-class business solutions that fit your strategic requirements and deliver results. For more information: www.techstrasolutions.com

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Techstra Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. The Company makes its decisions on merit, and its policy of equal opportunity prohibits discrimination in all phases of the employment process, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotion, selection, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. The policy of equal opportunity applies without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, military status, veteran status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, alienage or citizenship, domestic partnership status, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected categories under federal, state, or local law. The Company also prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon the perception that a person has, or is associated with a person who has, any of these characteristics.