This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

We are seeking a highly skilled Java Lead to spearhead the design and development of scalable applications. This role requires a strong technical background in Java, J2EE, and Microservices, along with expertise in Angular for front-end development. As a hands-on leader, you will mentor a team of engineers, drive architectural decisions, and ensure the successful execution of projects.

Key Responsibilities

•  Lead and mentor a team of developers, ensuring best practices in coding, design, and architecture.
• Design, develop, and deploy high-performance Java-based applications using J2EE and Microservices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical solutions and system architecture.
• Work on the full software development lifecycle, from requirement gathering to deployment and maintenance.
• Develop and maintain Angular-based front-end components, ensuring seamless integration with back-end services.
• Optimize application performance, security, and scalability.
• Review code, troubleshoot technical issues, and provide guidance to junior developers.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and recommend improvements to existing systems.

Required Skills & Qualifications

•  7+ years of experience in software development with expertise in Java and J2EE.
• Strong experience in building and deploying Microservices architectures.
• Proficiency in Angular for front-end development.
• Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and related frameworks.
• Solid knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to mentor and guide teams.
• Ability to work in an Agile/Scrum environment and deliver high-quality software.