Summary: Seeking a Lead Java Developer to guide a cross-functional Scrum team, driving secure backend service design, API development, DevOps initiatives, and team mentorship. Highlights: 1. Lead and guide a cross-functional Scrum team in wealth management 2. Drive design and development of secure backend services and APIs 3. Mentor team members and foster technical excellence We are seeking a **Lead Java Developer** to join and guide our cross\-functional Scrum team at a leading Wealth Management firm operating under the Broker\-Dealer model. As a vital leader and technical expert, you will drive the design and development of secure backend services, oversee API design and full\-stack application development, lead DevOps initiatives, and mentor team members while contributing at an advanced level to the support and enhancement of Java applications. **Responsibilities** * Lead the development, enhancement, and maintenance of high\-quality Java codebases * Design and oversee the build of backend microservices and REST APIs * Ensure robust application functionality by advocating for and implementing comprehensive unit testing practices * Conduct and coordinate thorough code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to best practices * Define and promote standards for CI, unit testing, and code reviews across the team * Actively participate in and facilitate Scrum ceremonies, fostering agile collaboration * Take ownership of estimating and planning development tasks at both high\-level and detailed stages * Mentor and coach team members, fostering technical excellence and team growth * Collaborate with Offshore teams, ensuring alignment, knowledge sharing, and productivity * Drive the creation and maintenance of comprehensive application documentation, including architectural overviews and design artifacts * Align with business stakeholders to understand requirements and drive technical solutions that meet business goals **Requirements** * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; Master’s degree highly preferred * 5\+ years of professional development experience working with Java applications * At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience * Deep expertise in Java development with advanced command of Spring Framework and Spring Boot * Proven experience in designing and implementing APIs and microservices architecture * Expertise in backend service development with proficiency in working within cloud\-native environments * Advanced familiarity with technologies like Apache Kafka and Azure Kubernetes * Hands\-on experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and integrating Kubernetes workflows * Ability to work effectively during CST business hours and lead cross\-location collaboration initiatives * Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to influence and elevate team performance * Excellent command of written and spoken English (B2\+ level) **Nice to have** * Experience in architecting and implementing Single Page Applications * In\-depth knowledge of secure backend services and advanced REST API development practices * A strong understanding of and/or hands\-on exposure to financial services applications, particularly in wealth management * Proficiency with monitoring and analysis tools like Splunk and Dynatrace * Experience in ReactJS development to effectively collaborate with front\-end developers and influence full\-stack application architecture