Full Stack Lead – Backend (Java)

Job Title:

Full Stack Lead – Backend (Java)

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Job Summary

As a Full Stack Lead specializing in Java backend development, you will:

• Lead the development of enterprise-grade backend systems and APIs
• Bring deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture
• Collaborate closely with the Frontend Lead (Angular) and Application Architect to ensure seamless system integration and performance
• Drive engineering best practices and ensure delivery of scalable, maintainable, and secure code

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Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product managers, UI/UX designers, and developers to design and implement robust backend solutions
• Lead end-to-end backend development using Java and Spring Boot
• Collaborate with the Application Architect and Frontend Lead to define technical architecture, flows, and business alignment
• Lead and mentor engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and workshops
• Participate in Agile ceremonies: daily standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
• Collaborate across teams including product, DevOps, QA, and frontend
• Champion software engineering best practices: clean code, testing, and documentation
• Manage technical risks and ensure high availability, scalability, and security
• Plan sprints, estimate tasks, and resolve technical blockers
• Contribute to technology strategy and evaluate new tools and frameworks
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and backend services using Java
• Optimize backend performance and address technical bottlenecks
• Work with relational and non-relational databases for efficient data handling

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Skills

• 5+ years of backend development experience, including 2+ years in a lead or senior role
• Expertise in Java 8+, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Data JPA
• Solid knowledge of RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven architecture
• Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB)
• Proficiency in unit testing (JUnit, Mockito) and API testing tools (Postman, REST Assured)
• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Maven/Gradle
• Familiar with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Skilled in designing, producing, and consuming REST APIs
• Proven experience writing optimized SQL procedures and scripts
• Familiar with Agile methodologies and Git-based version control
• Excellent understanding of OWASP standards and secure coding practices
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Proficient in Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, or similar IDEs
• Experience with Kafka, IBM ESB, or messaging systems
• Exposure to Kubernetes, Helm, and container orchestration tools
• Basic knowledge of front-end technologies (Angular, React) for full-stack collaboration
• Experience in the insurance domain is a plus

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Education and Certification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• AWS Certified Developer – Associate or equivalent certification is required

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What We Need to See From You

• Strong leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills
• Ability to understand business and technical requirements and relay them effectively
• Report to the Application Architect
• Work within an Agile team to develop and test backend applications
• Lead the design, development, and unit testing of backend components
• Support developers in analyzing and resolving issues
• Help prepare manuals, specifications, and technical documentation
• Package and support deployment releases
• Refine and manage system integrations and inter-service communications
• Assist in user requirement collection, user story development, and task estimation