Lead Java Developer

Capgemini; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 86,129 - 127,189; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off based on employee grade

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm in Chicago is looking for a Senior Developer who is passionate about software craftsmanship and Agile practices. The role involves designing and managing web/API applications, leading technical solutions, and collaborating with product teams. Candidates should have 10-12 years of experience using technologies like Java, Spring Boot, and DevOps practices. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 10 to 12 years of hands‑on experience in developing web-based software applications.
• Strong technical and team leadership.
• Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical team members.

Responsibilities

• Work with product managers to execute on digital product projects.
• Design secure and optimized web applications.
• Break down product vision into workable solutions.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

DevOps

Cloud Platform (OCP, Kubernetes)

CI/CD tools (STS/IntelliJ, GitHub, Jenkins, Nexus)

JWT

OAUTH

Agile development practices

Technical leadership

Job description

Looking for a Senior Developer to work, deploy, and manage web / API based applications who are passionate about their work and embraces the ideals of the software craftsmanship and Agile development practices.

Responsibilities

• 10 to 12 years of hands‑on experience in developing web-based software applications.
• Collaborate with product managers and your peers to execute on a broad range of projects for the digital products.
• Responsible for future enhancements to designing and building technical solutions.
• Design complex, secure and optimized web‑based applications using Java, Spring Boot, Rest API's DevOps, Cloud Platform ( OCP, Kubernetes ) and will be equipped with modern CI/CD developer tool kit (STS/IntelliJ, GitHub, Jenkins, and Nexus), JWT, OAUTH, etc.
• Work closely within a cross‑functional Agile delivery team to understand requirements, create development story design documents, and implement stories.
• Break down a product vision into workable technical solutions to solve business problems.
• Build high‑quality software for large scale and highly available systems.
• Provide strong technical and team leadership.
• Talk about your work with both technical and non‑technical team members.
• Promote a risk‑aware culture, ensure efficient and effective risk and compliance management practices by adhering to required standards and processes.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $86,129 to $127,189 Yearly

Benefits

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12‑25 days, depending on grade; Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada).
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada).
• Life and disability insurance.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility.

Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting and Financial Services

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