Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst – Java & DevOps
The Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst is a senior‑level role responsible for leading application development and DevOps enablement across enterprise platforms. This position requires strong hands‑on engineering capabilities combined with DevOps ownership to deliver scalable, resilient, and well‑governed solutions.
Responsibilities
- Act as a hands‑on senior engineer responsible for designing, coding, reviewing, and delivering critical enterprise applications.
- Lead development of Java JEE and Java‑based microservices using Spring Boot, aligned with modern engineering and architecture standards.
- Drive DevOps practices end‑to‑end, including CI/CD pipeline creation, enhancement, and governance.
- Own application containerization and runtime deployment using Docker and Kubernetes‑based platforms.
- Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Tekton, and Harness, including:
- New pipeline creation
- Branching and release strategy management
- Automation and efficiency improvements
- Manage environment lifecycle and stability, including server maintenance, upgrades, patching, and configuration.
- Oversee certificate lifecycle management, including creation, renewal, compliance validation, and operational readiness.
- Support legacy application modernization by enabling automation and migration toward strategic platforms and containerized deployments.
- Champion automation and innovation, identifying opportunities to reduce manual effort and improve reliability.
- Implement and support monitoring, logging, and performance management solutions.
- Utilize AI‑assisted engineering tools (e.g., Copilot, Devin) to improve developer productivity, code quality, automation, and delivery efficiency.
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers and drive engineering best practices across the team.
- Resolve high‑impact technical issues by applying deep system knowledge and sound engineering judgment.
- Collaborate closely with architecture, infrastructure, security, and operations teams to meet business objectives.
Technical Skills & Expertise
Java & Backend Development
- Java, Spring Boot, Java EE concepts
- Build tools: Maven, Gradle
- API design and documentation using OpenAPI / Swagger
- API testing using Postman
- Unit and integration testing using JUnit and Mockito
DevOps, CI/CD & Automation
- Jenkins
- Tekton
- Harness
- Git‑based branch and release management
- CI/CD pipeline design, optimization, and governance
- Infrastructure and environment automation
Containerization & Orchestration
- Docker, containerization
- Kubernetes (K8s)
- OpenShift (enterprise Kubernetes platform)
Monitoring, Logging & Observability
- ELK Stack (Elasticsearch)
- Splunk
- AppDynamics
Engineering Productivity & AI Enablement
- Effective use of AI‑powered developer tools (e.g., Copilot, Devin) for:
- Code generation and review
- Automation acceleration
- Debugging and productivity improvements
Qualifications
- 8-12 years of relevant experience in enterprise application development using Java technologies.
- Strong experience combining application development with DevOps and platform responsibilities.
- Proven ability to lead complex technical initiatives across development, deployment, and operations.
- Experience working in large‑scale, regulated, high‑availability environments.
- Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder collaboration skills.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication abilities.
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
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Skills Required
- 8-12 years of experience in enterprise application development using Java technologies.
- Experience with DevOps and platform responsibilities.
- Proven ability to lead complex technical initiatives.
- Experience working in large-scale, regulated environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as strong, highlighted by a 401(k) with matching and additional plan options like a Roth 401(k). Financial support is reinforced through discounts and broader financial guidance resources tied to the benefits ecosystem.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support extends beyond insurance through programs like an Employee Assistance Program, counseling/legal resources, and gym or wellness reimbursement. These offerings increase the perceived total rewards value even when cash compensation sentiment varies by role.
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