Staff Level Java Tech Lead

Largeton Group; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Staff Level Java Tech Lead to drive the development of cutting-edge healthcare applications. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in Java and cloud technologies, who can lead teams and mentor developers. You will be responsible for designing AI-enabled solutions, overseeing project tasks, and ensuring adherence to best practices in an Agile environment. If you are passionate about technology and looking to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in software development with a focus on Java and cloud technologies.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams in Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop AI-enabled conversation solutions.
• Lead multiple delivery teams, ensuring best practices in coding and testing.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

CSS

Python

HTML

Angular

React

Node.js

Agile methodologies

Cloud deployment

Open-source automation tools

API tools (Postman, Swagger)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Equivalent experience in Software Engineering

Tools

Jenkins

Octopus

GitHub

Job description

Staff Level Java Tech Lead - REMOTE - SENIOR LEVEL CANDIDATE

REMOTE

• MUST HAVE AI EXPERIENCE - TECH LEAD LEVEL PROFILE HERE. PLEASE HAVE CANDIDATES HIGHLIGHT HOW MANY PEOPLE THEY LED ON EACH PROJECT AS WELL. JOB DESCRIPTION IS VERY DETAILED. SENIOR LEVEL CANDIDATE

The IT Delivery organization within Health’s Data, Digital, Analytics, and Technology (DDAT) organization is looking to hire a Staff Software Development Engineer - Technical Lead.

This role involves advising a team developing critical healthcare applications, designing and developing new applications, and enhancing existing ones. The Staff Software Development Engineer - Technical Lead may take ownership of complex project tasks and guide developers toward successful implementation.

Core Responsibilities

1. Design and develop cognitive-enabled conversation solutions using leading AI technologies.
2. Define low-level requirements; communicate solution design decisions and implementation details to staff developers.
3. Demonstrate deep technical expertise and thought leadership to accelerate adoption of conversational solutions.
4. Lead technical contributions from business requirements to technical specifications.
5. Understand product requirements in Agile features and assist delivery teams with writing and breaking down stories and tasks.
6. Oversee daily operations of multiple delivery teams, including onshore and offshore members, ensuring adherence to best practices such as code reviews, unit testing, and data handling.
7. Identify testing scope, including performance, security, and accessibility testing.
8. Support systems implementation into production with limited guidance.
9. Escalate issues blocking delivery.
10. Manage code assets across applications, promote reuse, and identify enterprise-approved libraries and tools to accelerate development.
11. Lead or serve as a subject matter expert for assigned projects.
12. Support development of NodeJS and Java services, sharing understanding of API interfaces across technical environments.
13. Provide technical leadership and mentorship, fostering innovation and continuous learning.
14. Partner with cross-functional teams, including product owners, designers, and stakeholders, to drive initiatives.
15. Drive continuous improvement in engineering practices, automation, performance, and code quality.
16. Exhibit a strong work ethic, initiative, and productivity in a collaborative environment.

Required Qualifications

1. 10+ years of experience as a Staff Software Development Engineer or similar, with expertise in Java, JavaScript, CSS, Python, HTML, Angular, React, or Node.js.
2. 5+ years leading engineering teams in a high-performance Agile environment.
3. 5+ years deploying applications to the cloud with cloud technology integration.
4. 5+ years working with open-source automation servers like Jenkins, Octopus, or GitHub.
5. 5+ years using API tools such as Postman or Swagger.

Preferred Requirements

1. Experience delivering enterprise technical product capabilities.
2. Experience building conversational AI chatbots using AI, ML, and NLP technologies.
3. Understanding of data security practices, regulatory environments, and PCI data governance.
4. Presentation and public speaking experience for diverse audiences.
5. Strong analytical skills for interpreting data and solving complex technical issues.
6. Knowledge of IBM Watson and other chatbot platforms.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Information Services