Lead Software Engineer ( Java developer )

System One - Cleveland, OH

Full-time - Senior

Cleveland, OH

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Lead Software Engineer position is a direct-hire role focused on developing software solutions primarily in the banking and financial services sector. The role requires a strong background in Java development, experience with Agile methodologies, and the ability to mentor junior developers. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and is intended for candidates with significant experience in software engineering, particularly in Java/J2EE and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development projects and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and provide guidance on best practices in software development.
• Collaborate with product owners to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Design and implement microservices architecture and RESTful APIs.
• Write and execute JUnit tests to ensure code quality and functionality.
• Utilize Jenkins for continuous integration and deployment processes.
• Implement containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.

Requirements

• At least 7-10 years of experience in software development, preferably in banking or financial services.
• Strong proficiency in Java/J2EE development, including frameworks such as Spring Boot and Spring.
• Experience with Java Persistence API (JPA) and Spring Batch for batch processing tasks.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
• Ability to mentor and lead junior developers effectively.
• Experience with Oracle and PL/SQL.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with message streaming using Apache Kafka.
• Familiarity with Elasticsearch for search and analytics.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and voluntary plans available.
• Participation in a 401(k) plan.