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Zensar Technologies

Java Backend Developer

Zensar Technologies, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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we are looking for candidate strong in Java8 coding , spring boot, spring security, jpa/hibernate, Lead Role and able to write complex sql queries

Job Description: We are looking for a highly motivated

Lead Backend Engineer

who is eager to take ownership, drive innovation, and establish best practices for our backend systems. In this role, you will not only lead the technical direction but also introduce new standards, processes, and guidelines to elevate the engineering team. You will work closely with product managers and non-technical stakeholders, translating business needs into scalable, high-quality backend solutions.

Responsibilities Technical Vision & Leadership : Design smart, scalable, and maintainable backend architectures, setting new engineering standards and best practices. Team Leadership : Take charge of a team of backend engineers (onshore/offshore), ensuring efficient execution, mentorship, and fostering a high-performance culture. Process & Code Excellence : Define and enforce coding guidelines, best practices, and automation to improve code quality and maintainability. Hands-on Development : Actively contribute to backend development using

Java, Spring, and Spring Boot , ensuring high performance and reliability. Microservices Transformation : Lead the transition from monolithic to

modern microservices architecture . Cloud & Infrastructure : Collaborate with cloud architects to deploy and optimize applications on

AWS . Database Management : Utilize

strong MySQL skills

to design and manage efficient database structures and queries. Cross-functional Collaboration : Work closely with the

product team

and other stakeholders, effectively communicating complex technical concepts in a clear and accessible manner.

Qualifications:

Technical Skills: Strong expertise in

Java, Spring, and Spring Boot Deep understanding of

microservices architecture

and best practices Proficiency in

MySQL

and relational database design Experience with

AWS cloud services Familiarity with

Hibernate

(preferred) Knowledge of

Docker, Kubernetes, and containerization

(a plus)

Experience: Minimum

10+ years

in backend development 2+ years of experience leading a development team Proven ability to design and implement

scalable, high-performance systems

Soft Skills: Strong

ownership mindset

with a passion for driving change and setting standards Exceptional

communication skills able to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders Ability to

simplify complex concepts

for the product team and business stakeholders Hunger for learning, innovation, and improving team efficiency

Bonus Points: Experience with

Azure DevOps Strong understanding of

CI/CD pipelines Exposure to event-driven architecture and

Kafka If youre a

self-driven engineer

eager to take a team to the next level, build smart solutions, and set new industry standards, wed love to hear from you!