Lead Software Engineer

Trident Consulting is seeking a “Lead Software Engineer ” for one of our client in Charlotte, NC. A global leader in business and technology services.

Job Title: Lead Software Engineer

Location: Hybrid – Charlotte, NC

Job Type: Contract

Duration: Year with possible extensions

Pay Rate: $/Hr

• Lead backend development using Core Java (+ years experience required)
• Architect and implement microservices using Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Spring Data, and Spring Security
• Design and consume RESTful APIs; familiarity with SOAP/WSDL/XML is a plus
• Integrate AI/LLM workflows using Spring AI or similar frameworks
• Work with SQL databases, vector databases (, Pinecone, Milvus, Redis Vector)
• Apply domain-driven design, CQRS, event sourcing, and reactive streams (, Reactor, Spring Web Flux)
• Ensure secure development practices using OAuth, JWT, and OpenID Connect
• Participate in design discussions, mentor team members, and collaborate across cross-functional teams
• Support on-premises/hybrid deployments and legacy system modernization
• Implement feature toggles, A/B testing, and canary deployments

• Deep understanding of Java ecosystems and backend architecture
• Hands-on experience with Spring Cloud and microservices components (, config server, service discovery, circuit breakers, API gateways)
• Strong grasp of software design patterns (repository, service, factory, strategy)
• Experience with AI orchestration, prompt chaining, and multi-agent workflows
• Familiarity with cloud-native AI deployments (AWS Lambda, Azure AI, Google Vertex AI)
• Ability to analyze and explain code-level decisions and patterns from past projects

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on technical leadership
• Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers

Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high-impact workforce solutions to Fortune and mid-market clients. Since , we've specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics, supported by a M+ candidate database and a % fill ratio. With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard-to-fill, niche talent, we help organizations build agile, high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success.

• Trailblazer Women Award by Consulate General of India in San Francisco
• Ranked as the Women Owned Business Enterprise in the large category by ITServe.
• Received the Tech Serve Excellence award.
• Consistently ranked in the Inc. list of fastest-growing private companies in America
• Recognized in the SF Business Times as one of the Largest Bay Area BIPOC/Minority-Owned Businesses in .