Senior Java Consultant

TechStar Group; Lake Mary (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Java Full Stack Developer to lead the development of innovative applications and services. In this role, you'll design and implement scalable, distributed systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project success. Your expertise in Java and distributed architecture will be crucial in building high-performance, fault-tolerant systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your skills in a dynamic environment and mentor junior developers, all while contributing to cutting-edge technology solutions. If you're passionate about technology and innovation, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Java experience focusing on distributed systems.
• Proficiency in Java 17, Spring Framework, and SQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable systems using Java and related technologies.
• Lead and mentor junior developers while ensuring project success.

Skills

Java Development

Distributed Systems

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Spring Framework

SQL

Docker

AWS

Jenkins

Job description

Role: Java Full Stack Developer

Location: Lake Mary, FL or Pittsburgh, PA (Candidates should be ready to relocate to any of these locations)

Duration: 6+ months

Day 1 Onsite position.

Minimum 11 Year Profile Needed

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Developer with expertise in designing and developing scalable, distributed systems to join our team. As a Senior Developer, you will play a key role in leading the development of our next-generation applications and services, leveraging Java and distributed architecture principles to drive innovation and efficiency. If you have a passion for building high-performance, fault-tolerant systems and leading teams to success, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop scalable, distributed systems using Java and related technologies (e.g., Spring, JPA, Docker).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements, and develop solutions that meet business needs.
• Write high-quality, maintainable, and efficient Java code, adhering to industry standards and best practices.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and stability.
• Design and implement distributed system architectures that meet scalability, availability, and performance requirements.
• Ensure systems are fault-tolerant, highly available, and able to handle high volumes of data and traffic.
• Experience with cloud-based distributed systems (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
• Lead and mentor junior developers, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with other senior developers to drive technical direction and strategy.
• Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues, identifying root causes and developing effective solutions.
• Analyze system performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing optimizations.
• Communicate technical ideas and plans to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with QA teams to ensure thorough testing and validation of developed solutions.

Requirements:

Technical Skills:

• 10+ years of experience in Java development, with a focus on distributed systems and architecture.
• Proficiency in Java 17 or later, including Java concurrency, lambda expressions, and functional programming.
• Experience with Spring Framework (e.g., Spring Boot, Spring Cloud), and related technologies.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with major database systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MS SQL Server, Oracle, etc.).

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide junior developers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
• Knowledge of DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD).
• Familiarity with messaging systems (e.g., Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Knowledge of cloud-based distributed systems (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Information Technology, Consulting, and Design

Industries: Information Services and IT Services and IT Consulting