Role- Lead Java Developer/Architect

Locations- Nashville, TN (Local or relocation workable)

Duration- Long Term

Exp Level- 15+ yrs

USC/GC only

Must Have-

• 15+ Years EXP Required
• Retail Industry exp required
• Azure Experience Required
• Lead experience Required
• Architect background required
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience Java Backend development (Java, SQL).
• 2+ years' experience in technical leadership or as a technical lead.
• 5 7 years of experience developing RESTful APIs and microservices using Java and Spring Boot, with a focus on API-first principles.
• Demonstrated experience with API management platforms (e.g., Azure API Management, Apigee) and asynchronous messaging systems.
• Retail industry experience HIGHLY preferred.
• Professional Certifications: Programmer certification in Java is preferred.
• Experience with backend platform tools such as Webmethods or Talend is a PLUS.
  
  

High Demand IT Specialized Skills

• Platform knowledge (Linux, UNIX, Windows).
• Proficiency in API design-first tools (e.g., Swagger, Postman, Stoplight) and API management systems.
• Familiarity with container platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud-based environments (Azure preferred).
• Experience in building and maintaining event-driven architectures using Kafka or similar tools.
  
  

Knowledge of CI/CD processes and tools, with a focus on API deployment pipelines.