Full Stack Engineering Lead (Java/React)

Quick Facts

Role: Full Stack Engineering Lead (Java/React)
Focus: Mission-critical applications for custody, fund accounting, and asset servicing
Level: Vice President (technical leadership with hands-on delivery)

Description

Lead the architectural design and implementation of complex, scalable, and resilient full-stack applications. Serve as a technical authority for a global team while staying hands-on with Java, React/Angular, REST/GraphQL, Kafka, Docker, and Kubernetes. Partner with stakeholders to translate business goals into robust technical solutions with a strong emphasis on risk management and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and implementation of full-stack applications
• Mentor and coach developers via technical guidance and code reviews
• Develop backend services with Java and Spring Boot
• Build user interfaces with React or Angular
• Design scalable APIs using RESTful services and GraphQL
• Implement real-time event-driven processing using Apache Kafka and streaming technologies
• Champion DevOps and cloud-native best practices with Docker and Kubernetes
• Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable software delivery
• Ensure architectural governance and adherence to standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
• Partner with business and management teams to define system enhancements
• Solve complex problems by evaluating business processes and system flows
• Assess risk and drive compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations

Requirements

• 6–10 years of relevant applications development or systems analysis experience
• Proven technical leadership experience
• Deep full-stack development expertise (backend and frontend)
• Expert Java proficiency, including Spring Boot
• Strong API development experience with REST and GraphQL
• Hands-on experience with React or Angular
• Proven Apache Kafka experience for event-driven architectures
• Hands-on Docker experience and production Kubernetes orchestration
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including bonus and benefits
• Medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; wellness programs
• Paid time off (planned/unplanned) and paid holidays
• Career growth, learning, and professional development
• Collaborative, inclusive environment focused on innovation and technical excellence