Lead Java Architect: Spring Boot, AWS & Docker

TechDigital Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Technical Lead to guide technical teams in developing innovative Java applications. This role focuses on leveraging Spring Boot, AWS, and Docker to create high-quality, scalable solutions while optimizing system performance. The ideal candidate will mentor teams, conduct code reviews, and collaborate with cross-functional groups to align technical strategies with business objectives. If you're passionate about driving innovation and best practices in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot for application development.
• Experience with AWS and Docker for cloud solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical teams in designing and deploying Java applications.
• Architect solutions using Spring Boot and AWS for performance.

Skills

Java Programming

Spring Boot

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Docker

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Define and own the end-to-end QA strategy and test architecture for ALIP-based Annuity transformation programs.
• Establish quality standards, governance models, and best practices aligned with Client Life enterprise QA and risk frameworks.
• Serve as the onsite QA face-off lead , managing stakeholder expectations across business, IT, actuarial, compliance, and PMO teams.
• Provide domain leadership for Annuities , including Fixed and Variable Annuities, riders, payouts, surrenders, fees, and annuitization scenarios.
• Validate ALIP product configuration, rules, transactions, and integrations from a quality and business correctness standpoint.
• Own and review Master Test Plans, Phase-wise Test Strategies, and Release Readiness criteria .
• Govern test execution across SIT, E2E, Regression, UAT support, Parallel Runs, and Dress Rehearsals .
• Ensure strong requirements-to-test traceability and proactive defect prevention.
• Lead defect triage, root cause analysis, and risk mitigation for high-severity and cross-system issues.
• Define and drive automation strategy for ALIP, focusing on API, service-level, and regression automation.
• Establish test data management and data validation strategies for complex annuity contracts and financial scenarios.
• Ensure accuracy of financial calculations, accounting feeds, and downstream reporting validations.
• Lead and mentor offshore QA teams , enabling effective handoffs, standards adherence, and delivery excellence.
• Provide executive-level quality metrics and dashboards , highlighting risk, coverage, defect trends, and readiness.
• Support regulatory audits, compliance reviews, and production readiness assessments with robust QA artifacts.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives , including shift-left testing, risk-based testing, and Agile/Scaled Agile QE adoption.
• Act as a quality transformation partner , reducing cost of quality while improving speed, reliability, and customer outcomes.