Job Title: Technical Lead
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: 12+ Years
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary tech lead will have deep expertise in Java-based technologies, modern front-end frameworks, cloud-native architectures, and proven experience in managing and mentoring development teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure enterprise-grade applications using Java and modern full-stack technologies.
· Hands-on Development: Actively participate in coding, code reviews, and technical problem-solving across the stack (Java, Spring Boot, Angular/React, REST APIs, etc.).
· Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of developers, ensuring high-quality deliverables, adherence to best practices, and continuous skill development.
· Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
· DevOps & CI/CD: Define and implement CI/CD pipelines, containerization strategies (Docker/Kubernetes), and cloud deployment (AWS/Azure/GCP).
· Performance & Security: Ensure application performance, scalability, and security through design and code-level optimizations.
· Technical Roadmapping: Contribute to the technology roadmap, evaluate new tools and frameworks, and drive innovation.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
· 12+ years of experience in software development with at least 5 years in an Lead role
· Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA.
· Proficiency in front-end frameworks like React, or Vue.js.
· Experience with RESTful APIs, Microservices Architecture, and API Gateway.
· Solid understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
· Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.).
· Strong knowledge of RDBMS (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra).
· Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Certifications in Java, Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), or Architecture (TOGAF).
· Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
· Exposure to AI/ML integration or data engineering is a plus.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 12+ years of software development experience
- At least 5 years of experience in a lead role
- Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and Hibernate/JPA
- Proficiency with front-end frameworks such as React or Vue.js
- Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and API Gateway
- Understanding of AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI
- Knowledge of RDBMS technologies such as PostgreSQL or MySQL
- Knowledge of NoSQL technologies such as MongoDB or Cassandra
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Certifications in Java, cloud platforms, or architecture such as TOGAF
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Exposure to AI/ML integration or data engineering
What We Do
Photon.com has emerged as one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing Digital Agencies. We work with 40% of the Fortune 100 on their Digital initiatives and are known for our ability to integrate Strategy Consulting, Creative Design, and Technology at scale. Please visit www.photon.com to learn more about us, how we work, and our customer case studies. Digital Transformation Starts Here.
