Lead Full-Stack Java Developer

Quick Facts

• Role: Lead Full-Stack Java Developer
• Location: Moorestown, NJ (Onsite)
• Contract length: 12 months (Contract to Hire)
• Pay: $50–$55/hour on W2

Description

Lead the design, build, and delivery of scalable, cloud-ready full-stack applications. Provide technical leadership across Java/Spring Boot microservices and modern front-end frameworks, guiding a team through the full software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver end-to-end solutions across the full stack
• Provide technical leadership and mentor developers through the SDLC
• Build Java/Spring Boot microservices and integrate them with front-end applications
• Implement REST APIs and optionally work with GraphQL and event streaming (Kafka)
• Apply secure coding practices, CI/CD, and test automation

Requirements

• 8–12 years of software development experience, including at least 3 years in a technical lead role
• Expert knowledge of Java, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Hibernate/JPA, and microservices design patterns
• Strong front-end skills with React or Angular, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3
• Experience designing and consuming REST APIs; GraphQL and Kafka preferred
• Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS or Azure
• Strong SQL skills and experience with at least one NoSQL database
• Solid CI/CD, Git workflows, test automation, and OWASP secure coding practices
• Strong communication and team leadership skills in Agile/Scrum environments
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience

Benefits

• 12-month contract with potential contract-to-hire conversion