Java Restful - Tech Lead

Job Title: Java Restful - Tech Lead

Job Location: Charlotte, NC (Onsite)

Job Type: Full Time

Job description

A Tech Lead in this space is responsible for architecting and delivering high-performance, cloud-native applications while mentoring engineering teams. They bridge the gap between complex business requirements and scalable technical solutions using modern Java and AWS serverless stacks.

Role Overview

Target Experience: 5–10+ years of professional software development experience.

Core Focus: Designing microservices, Developing, leading team delivery, and optimizing AWS infrastructure for reliability and security.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of engineers, conduct code reviews, and establish coding standards to ensure high-quality delivery.

Architecture & Design: Architect scalable microservices using Java 17+ and Spring Boot 3+ , implementing event-driven patterns and distributed workflows.

Cloud Implementation: Design and deploy serverless solutions using AWS Lambda , manage data storage with DynamoDB and S3 , and handle infrastructure optimizations.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Translate business requirements into technical specifications and coordinate with cross-functional teams (Product, QA, DevOps).

Operational Excellence: Troubleshoot complex production issues, optimize performance, and ensure compliance with security and audit policies.

Technical Requirements

Backend: Deep expertise in Java 17 or higher and Spring Boot 3.x (including Spring Security, Data/JPA, and Cloud Function).

AWS Services:

Lambda: Building and optimizing serverless functions.

DynamoDB: Designing NoSQL schemas and optimizing data access.

S3: Managing object storage and integrating with Lambda (e.g., S3 Object Lambda).

Fundamentals: Strong grasp of IAM (least-privilege), VPCs, CloudWatch for observability, and API Gateway.

DevOps & Tools: Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI), containerization (Docker), and version control (Git).

Databases: Solid understanding of both NoSQL (DynamoDB) and relational databases.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Developer.

• Front-End: Basic familiarity with modern frameworks like React or Angular.

• Methodology: Proven experience working in Agile/Scrum environments