Java API Lead

Job Title:

Java API Lead

Location:

Onsite – Minneapolis, MN | Dallas, TX | Charlotte, NC

Experience

Required:

10 Years

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Java API Lead with strong backend engineering expertise and hands-on experience in building scalable, cloud-native applications. The ideal candidate will lead API development efforts, drive platform migration initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, enterprise-grade solutions.

Core Technical Skills

• Java, Spring Boot, Microservices Architecture
• MongoDB
• Cloud Technologies:
  Kubernetes, Rancher
• Minimum 5 years in backend development & cloud-native applications
• Strong understanding of scalable API design, distributed systems, and performance tuning

Key Responsibilities Design & Development

• Lead the design and implementation of backend services, APIs, and microservices based on business and technical requirements.
• Develop high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code following best engineering practices.

Platform Migration

• Drive and contribute to the CA2.1 platform migration efforts across both DIY and Branch/Phone channels.
• Ensure seamless transition and minimal disruption during migration activities.

Technical Leadership & Support

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to offshore development teams.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and ensure timely resolution.

Code Quality & Reviews

• Conduct detailed code reviews to maintain high standards in code quality, security, and performance.
• Promote best practices in version control, CI/CD, and testing.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Product Owners, QA, Dev Ops, Architects, and other engineering teams to ensure smooth delivery.
• Participate in requirement grooming and solution design discussions.

Documentation

• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for features, APIs, and migration processes.

Testing & Validation

• Participate in unit, integration, and regression testing.
• Ensure robust and reliable software through automated test coverage wherever possible.

Performance Monitoring & Optimization

• Monitor application performance, identify bottlenecks, and recommend optimization strategies.

Agile Participation

• Actively contribute to Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, demos, and retrospectives.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure all development meets enterprise security policies, compliance guidelines, and secure coding practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale distributed systems
• Strong exposure to cloud-native application deployment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to lead development teams across onsite-offshore models

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