Summary: Seeking a Lead Java Developer to drive scalable backend solutions in financial services, mentoring colleagues, shaping development strategies, and delivering top-tier software. Highlights: 1. Lead the creation and refinement of scalable backend solutions 2. Mentor colleagues and shape development strategies 3. Work alongside architects to deliver top-tier software We are hiring a Lead Java Developer to drive the creation and refinement of scalable backend solutions within financial services. As the technical lead, you will mentor colleagues, shape development strategies, and work alongside architects to deliver top\-tier software. Be part of our dynamic team and apply now. **Responsibilities** * Deliver, optimize, and sustain maintainable Java codebases * Coordinate with Solution Engineers and Architects to craft technical designs * Generate comprehensive detailed design artifacts * Construct backend microservices and expose REST API endpoints * Assist and guide offshore engineers to ensure alignment * Perform thorough code reviews for quality assurance * Apply development standards such as unit testing and CI * Take part in SCRUM meetings and activities * Participate in capacity estimation and strategy planning * Help develop teammates' skills and foster collaboration * Exhibit ability to review and comprehend existing code effectively **Requirements** * Computer Science degree at Bachelor's or Master's level or equivalent field * At least 5 years working in development roles * Hands\-on practice with Java programming and Spring Framework * Competence in APIs, microservices architecture, and SQL usage * Mastery in Spring Boot, SpringBatch, and Azure\-based cloud architecture * Expertise in MongoDB and multi\-threading techniques * Strong grasp of design patterns and object\-oriented principles * Skill in writing unit test code **Nice to have** * Knowledge of Apache Kafka * Experience in financial services, particularly wealth management