Java Backend developer

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Java Developer to join our dynamic technology team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong leadership background, extensive hands‑on development experience in Java and Microservices
, and expertise in cloud technologies (Azure or AWS),
CIAM
, and Dev Ops
. This role requires technical depth, the ability to lead complex initiatives, and a strong understanding of modern application architecture and identity frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of developers; provide technical guidance, peer reviews, and coaching.
• Design and develop robust, scalable applications using Java
  , Spring Boot
  , and Microservices architecture
  .
• Implement and support RESTful APIs and microservices in Java or Node.js
  .
• Utilize JBoss
  , SQL
  , and cloud services (preferably MS Azure
  ) including Azure Event Hub
  , Confluent Kafka
  , and Azure App Service Environment
  .
• Drive Dev Ops best practices, including CI/CD pipeline integration
  , using tools like Git
  , Bitbucket
  , JIRA
  , Confluence
  , etc.
• Contribute to system design, solution architecture, and performance tuning.
• Collaborate with security teams to implement IAM standards including SAML
  , OpenID Connect
  , OAuth
  , RBAC
  , LDAP
  , and Kerberos
  .
• Support CIAM (Customer Identity and Access Management) project initiatives, integrating user lifecycle and provisioning workflows.
• Work independently in a lead capacity, taking ownership of solutions design and technical problem-solving.
• Provide internal consultation and act as a technical subject matter expert across multiple domains.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 3+ years of team leadership experience and 9+ years of hands‑on Java development.
• Deep expertise in Java
  , Spring Boot
  , Microservices
  , REST APIs
  , and JBoss
  .
• Strong experience in Azure (preferred) or AWS
  , especially in services like Azure Event Hub
  , Kafka
  , App Service Environment
  , etc.
• Proficiency in SQL and relational database concepts.
• Working knowledge of Bitbucket
  , GIT
  , JIRA
  , Confluence
  , and CI/CD pipeline tools.
• Solid understanding of IAM standards and protocols:
  SAML
  , OAuth
  , OpenID Connect
  , RBAC
  , LDAP
  , Kerberos
  .
• Experience delivering CIAM solutions with full understanding of user lifecycle and provisioning workflows.
• Proven ability to work independently, lead projects, and consult on design and architecture across teams.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Kubernetes
  , MQ
  , Event-driven architecture
  , Postman
  , Linux/Windows OS
  , JBoss CLI
  , and previous experience in the financial industry (FI).