Lead Java Consultant

CodeRoad

. Engage directly with business stakeholders to translate open-ended business needs into concrete technical features .

Posted 11/1/2026full-timeRemoteSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in backend engineering, focusing on designing and maintaining microservices, RESTful/GraphQL APIs, and relational databases. Proficient in translating complex business needs into technical solutions while effectively communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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Java 17/21/25 ProficiencySpring Framework / Spring Boot ExpertiseMicroservice Design Patterns KnowledgeExperience with AWS, GCP, or AzureRedis and Apache Kafka Experience

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Hard Skills

Backend EngineeringMicroservices DesignRESTful APIsGraphQL APIsRelational DatabasesPostgreSQLMySQLHibernate/EF ORMsDatabase Query OptimizationAI Tool Integration

Soft Skills

Technical AdvisoryClear CommunicationProblem-SolvingStakeholder EngagementReal-Time Logic Digestion

Tools & Technologies

RedisApache KafkaAWSGCPAzure

Industry Keywords

Enterprise Distributed SystemsE-Commerce WorkflowsReal-Time Data SynchronizationTechnical Trade-OffsOperational Health

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ApacheAWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsGoogle Cloud PlatformGraphQLHibernateJavaKafkaMicroservicesMySQLPostgresRedisSpringSpring BootSpringBoot

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage directly with business stakeholders to translate open-ended business needs into concrete technical features
Define requirements and edge cases from ground zero
Act as a proactive technical advisor, challenging assumptions and proposing improvements
Articulate architectural trade-offs to technical leadership and non-technical stakeholders
Design, deploy, and maintain resilient microservices, RESTful/GraphQL APIs, and relational database schemas
Optimize database queries, Redis caching strategies, and Apache Kafka event-driven messaging pipelines
Support high-volume real-time data synchronization and e-commerce workflows
Integrate AI coding tools into daily development workflows
Own features end-to-end from discovery through architecture, implementation, testing, deployment, and operational health

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of senior/lead backend engineering experience
Demonstrated track record building enterprise distributed systems
Ability to digest complex business logic in real time, ask the right questions, and articulate clear technical solutions
Deep proficiency with Java 17/21/25
Proficiency with Spring Framework / Spring Boot
Proficiency with Hibernate/EF ORMs
Experience with relational databases, including PostgreSQL and MySQL
Experience with Redis and Apache Kafka
Mandatory verbal and written fluency in English
Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical business partners
Solid understanding of microservice design patterns
Experience with cloud platforms: AWS, GCP, or Azure
Forward-thinking approach to using AI tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Continuous multi-project pipeline allowing long-tenure growth across diverse client domains
Investment in modern engineering tooling, including Agentic AI tools and training, Coursera Enterprise, Studio practice labs, and L1–L7 Career Framework
Transparent, remote-first environment built on psychological safety, recognition, and continuous learning
100% remote work
Competitive pay in USD
Paid time off and holidays off
Health Insurance Assistance Program
Direct impact on client product roadmaps