Lead Java Backend Developer (W2/Remote/Columbus, OH/USA)

Job Title: Lead Java Backend Developer Location: Remote/Columbus, OH Job Type: W2 Contract / 6 Months+ Visa: USC/GC Job Summary The Java Developer will provide technical leadership and hands-on development expertise to design, build, and support enterprise applications. This role requires strong skills in Java, Spring Boot, REST API development, and cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will also mentor team members, guide architectural decisions, and ensure high-quality technical delivery. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable backend applications using Java and Spring Boot. Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and integrate with other enterprise systems. Drive architectural discussions and decisions to ensure robust, maintainable solutions. Mentor and guide developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, product owners, and QA to deliver high-quality software. Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices using tools such as Jenkins and Git. Ensure solutions are cloud-ready, leveraging AWS or GCP services where applicable. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in development and production environments. Required Qualifications: 10+ years of professional IT experience in application development. Strong proficiency with Java and J2EE technologies. Extensive experience with Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture. Expertise in developing and consuming REST APIs. Experience with development tools such as Swagger, Maven, Eclipse, Jenkins, Git, and Postman/Newman. Exposure to cloud environments (AWS or GCP). Apply tot his job Apply To this Job