Lead Java Backend Developer

BCforward; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BCforward is seeking a Lead Java Backend Developer to join our cloud-focused team. The role emphasizes building scalable Java/Spring Boot services on AWS and Azure, with emphasis on secure, observable, and resilient architectures.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in Kafka-driven event streaming, CI/CD, and TDD, plus a strong track record mentoring teams in Agile practices and DevOps.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in relevant software engineering roles.
• Proficiency in AWS services and Azure equivalents for compute, storage, networking, and security.
• Strong Java and Spring Boot development, RESTful API design.
• Experience with Kafka for streaming and event processing.
• CI/CD, TDD, containerization, and infrastructure as code.
• Secure coding with cloud security controls and resiliency engineering.
• Ability to work across large, complex environments and collaborate cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud-native applications on AWS and Azure across large-scale environments.
• Develop backend services using Java and Spring Boot with robust APIs and integrations.
• Build and operate event-driven systems leveraging Kafka for messaging and streaming.
• Establish CI/CD pipelines and apply TDD to improve reliability and speed of delivery.
• Champion resiliency, security, and observability patterns throughout the SDLC.
• Coach teams on Agile frameworks and modern engineering practices.
• Collaborate across firm-wide programs and contribute reusable patterns and tooling.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

AWS

Azure

Kafka

CI/CD

TDD

Containerization

Infrastructure as Code

Cloud Security

Agile practices

DevOps

AWS Certification

Tools

Docker

Job description

Title: Lead Java Backend Developer

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer, AWS & Azure to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in cloud architecture on AWS and Azure, Java/Spring Boot services, and event streaming with Kafka and a proven ability to deliver secure, resilient, and scalable solutions using Agile practices and modern DevOps.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement cloud-native applications on AWS and Azure across large-scale, multi-OS environments.
• Develop backend services using Java and Spring Boot with robust APIs and integrations.
• Build and operate event-driven systems leveraging Kafka for messaging and streaming.
• Establish CI/CD pipelines and apply TDD to improve reliability and speed of delivery.
• Champion resiliency, security, and observability patterns throughout the SDLC.
• Coach teams on Agile frameworks and modern engineering practices.
• Collaborate across firm-wide programs and contribute reusable patterns and tooling.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficiency in AWS services and Azure equivalents for compute, storage, networking, and security.
• Strong development skills with Java and Spring Boot, including RESTful API design.
• Experience with Kafka for streaming, pub/sub, and event processing.
• Hands-on with CI/CD, TDD, containerization, and infrastructure as code.
• Background in secure coding, cloud security controls, and resiliency engineering.
• Ability to work across large, complex environments and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Experience level: 5+ years in relevant roles.
• AWS Certification

Preferred Skills:

• Leadership in Agile practices, team coaching, and technical mentorship.
• Public speaking or technical writing to share best practices and trends.