Lead Java Backend ( AI , Redis , API & Kafka) - Hybrid in Phoenix , AZ

Nachway Consulting; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nachway Consulting is seeking a Lead Java Developer in Phoenix, AZ, a hybrid, long-term contract role requiring 10 years of software experience with backend focus. The candidate will lead backend development, emphasizing Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, microservices, and cloud integrations.

The ideal candidate has hands-on Kafka, Redis, Python, and AI/GenAI exposure, along with strong leadership and communication skills to drive complex projects across teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software development with strong backend focus.
• Hands-on Java/J2EE and Spring Boot expertise.
• Experience with Microservices architecture and Kafka.
• Redis caching for high-performance apps.
• Python development/scripting capabilities.
• Experience with AI/GenAI and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead backend development for enterprise-grade Java applications.
• Architect and guide microservices and event-driven workflows.
• Collaborate with AI/GenAI and cloud teams to integrate capabilities.

Skills

Backend development

Java/J2EE

Spring Boot

Microservices

Apache Kafka

Redis caching

Python

AI/GenAI

Cloud platforms

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Apache Kafka

Redis

Spring Boot

Job description

Hiring: Lead Java Developer -- Strong AI & Cloud Experience

Location: Phoenix, AZ -- Hybrid

Type: Long-Term Contract

Experience: 10 Years

We are looking for a Lead Java Developer with strong backend development experience and proven expertise in AI/GenAI and Cloud technologies.

Must-Have Skills:

• 10 years of software development experience with strong backend expertise
• Strong hands-on experience with Java / J2EE & Spring Boot
• Extensive experience with Microservices Architecture
• Strong experience with Apache Kafka and event-driven architecture
• Hands-on experience with Redis for caching and high-performance applications
• Strong Python development/scripting experience
• Experience with AI/ML, GenAI, LLMs, or AI-powered applications
• Strong Cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Strong technical leadership and communication skills