Tech Lead - FullStack - Cleveland, OH

Photon; Ohio; On-site; USD 46,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned company seeks a Lead Developer to spearhead scalable application development, focusing on Java and Google Cloud Platform expertise. In this role, you will architect systems, mentor junior developers, and ensure best practices in software development while integrating diverse platforms. If you have significant experience and a passion for cloud technologies, join us to drive impactful solutions.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental benefits

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Variable pay/incentives

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in software development.
• 5+ years in a leadership role mentoring developers.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and architecture of high-performance applications.
• Design robust APIs and integrations using RESTful and SOAP web services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless services integration.

Skills

Java

API Development & Integration

Node.js

GCP

Microservices Architecture

CI/CD

SQL

Unix/Linux

Kafka

NoSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

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Lead Developer (Java, API & Integration, Web Services, Node.js, GCP)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Lead Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Java, API & Integration, Web Services, Node.js, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and will be responsible for leading the design and development of scalable applications and integrations. The candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless integration of systems and services. Familiarity with technologies such as Kafka, GitLab, SQL, and Unix is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the development and architecture of scalable and high-performance applications and services using Java, Node.js, and Cloud technologies.

Design and develop robust APIs and integrations using RESTful services, SOAP web services, and microservices architectures.

Take ownership of the end-to-end process, from requirements gathering and design to development and production deployment, ensuring high-quality and efficient code.

Collaborate with the DevOps team to ensure smooth deployments, CI/CD pipeline setup, and continuous integration.

Lead and mentor a team of developers, promoting best practices in coding, design patterns, and performance optimization.

Integrate with various third-party systems and platforms, ensuring seamless API communication and data flow across distributed systems.


Leverage Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services to build cloud-native solutions, ensuring scalability, availability, and cost-efficiency.

Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to applications, APIs, and system integrations.

Stay updated with emerging technologies, tools, and trends, and introduce best practices and modern tools to the team.

Ensure the software development life cycle (SDLC) adheres to industry standards and organizational processes.



Required Skills and Qualifications:

Java: Strong experience in Java development (Core Java, Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate).

API Development & Integration: Hands-on experience in building and consuming RESTful APIs, SOAP Web Services, and integrating with third-party APIs and platforms.

Node.js: Experience with Node.js for back-end development and integration with front-end applications.

Cloud Platforms: Solid experience working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including services like Compute Engine, App Engine, Cloud Functions, and Cloud Storage.

Microservices Architecture: Experience in designing, developing, and deploying microservices using technologies like Spring Boot, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Version Control & CI/CD: Experience with Git and GitLab, including version control, branching strategies, and integration with CI/CD pipelines.

Web Services: Knowledge of building and consuming SOAP and RESTful Web Services.

Database Skills: Proficiency with SQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) for designing schemas, queries, and optimizing performance.

Unix/Linux: Experience working in Unix/Linux environments, including scripting, command-line tools, and performance troubleshooting.



Good to Have:

Apache Kafka: Familiarity with Kafka for real-time data streaming, event-driven architecture, and message queuing.

NoSQL Databases: Experience with NoSQL databases like MongoDB, Cassandra, or Firebase.

Docker & Kubernetes: Experience with containerization (using Docker) and orchestration (using Kubernetes) for deploying and managing applications.


Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies for project management and development lifecycle.

Monitoring & Logging Tools: Experience with tools such as ELK Stack, Prometheus, or Grafana for monitoring application performance and logs.

UI/Front-End Technologies: Knowledge of JavaScript, React, or Angular is a plus for full-stack integration.



Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

10+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on full-stack development.

5+ years of experience in a leadership role, guiding and mentoring a team of developers.

Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation: USD 46,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 162,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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