Programmer/Analyst: III (Senior)

Description

Full Stack Java Developer (Tech Lead)

Employment Type: 13 Week Contract to Hire

Location: Columbus, OH 4x Onsite/Hybrid

Pay: Available on W2

Position Overview

We are seeking a Full Stack Java Developer to provide technical leadership and hands-on development support across complex enterprise systems. This role will lead development efforts across distributed teams and serve as a key contributor in designing, building, and maintaining scalable applications.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Java-based development, modern front-end frameworks, and cloud technologies, along with the ability to guide teams and contribute to architectural decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and development efforts for complex systems and applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack applications
• Provide hands-on support in troubleshooting and resolving software and system issues
• Guide and mentor developers, including assisting with onboarding and skill development
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and system architecture guidelines
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and stay current with emerging technology trends
• Support deployment, integration, and maintenance of applications in cloud environments

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Java development (Java 8 or higher)
• 5+ years of full-stack development experience
• 3+ years of experience with Angular and/or React
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Java/J2EE, Spring, and Spring Boot
• Strong experience building and consuming RESTful APIs, working with JSON, and developing microservices architectures
• Solid experience with SQL and database-driven applications
• Experience with file processing (inbound/outbound integrations)
• 2+ years of experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Experience with front-end technologies including TypeScript, React, AngularJS, and/or jQuery

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a technical lead or team lead capacity
• Experience working with distributed or offshore/onshore teams
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex technical challenges
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices

Core Competencies

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, maintainable code

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