Lead Software Engineer ( Java developer )

System One - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Phoenix, AZ

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Lead Software Engineer position is a contract role focused on Java development within the banking and financial services sector. The role requires extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in Agile/Scrum methodologies, and involves mentoring junior developers while collaborating with product owners. The position is hybrid, requiring candidates to be local or willing to relocate to specified cities.

Responsibilities

• Mentor junior developers and provide guidance on best practices.
• Collaborate with product owners to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain Java/J2EE applications using Spring Boot and Spring frameworks.
• Implement microservices architecture and design RESTful APIs.
• Write and execute JUnit tests to ensure code quality.
• Utilize Oracle and PL/SQL for database management.
• Manage continuous integration and deployment processes using Jenkins.
• Containerize applications using Docker and orchestrate with Kubernetes.

Requirements

• 7-10 years of experience in software development.
• Strong background in technology, preferably in banking/financial services.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
• Proficiency in Java/J2EE development, including Spring Boot and Spring frameworks.
• Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Ability to write and implement JUnit tests.
• Familiarity with Oracle and PL/SQL.
• Experience with Jenkins for CI/CD processes.
• Knowledge of containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.

Nice-to-haves

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

Benefits

• Contract position with potential for extension or conversion to full-time.
• Hybrid work schedule allowing for some remote work.