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Trident Consulting

Lead Software Engineer

Trident Consulting, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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Base Pay Range $62.00/hr - $65.00/hr

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Lead Software Engineer Trident Consulting is seeking a "Lead Software Engineer" for one of our client in Charlotte, NC (Onsite).

Job Title:

Lead Software Engineer

Location:

Charlotte, NC (Hybrid -Onsite)

Job Type:

Contract

Duration:

1 Year with possible extensions

Pay Rate:

$65/hr

Responsibilities

Lead backend development using Core Java (14+ years experience required)

Architect and implement microservices using Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Spring Data, and Spring Security

Design and consume RESTful APIs; familiarity with SOAP/WSDL/XML is a plus

Integrate AI/LLM workflows using Spring AI or similar frameworks

Work with SQL databases, vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, Milvus, Redis Vector)

Apply domain-driven design, CQRS, event sourcing, and reactive streams (e.g., Reactor, Spring WebFlux)

Ensure secure development practices using OAuth, JWT, and OpenID Connect

Participate in design discussions, mentor team members, and collaborate across cross-functional teams

Support on-premises/hybrid deployments and legacy system modernization

Implement feature toggles, A/B testing, and canary deployments

Required Skills

Deep understanding of Java ecosystems and backend architecture

Hands‑on experience with Spring Cloud and microservices components (e.g., config server, service discovery, circuit breakers, API gateways)

Strong grasp of software design patterns (repository, service, factory, strategy)

Experience with AI orchestration, prompt chaining, and multi‑agent workflows

Familiarity with cloud‑native AI deployments (AWS Lambda, Azure AI, Google Vertex AI)

Ability to analyze and explain code‑level decisions and patterns from past projects

Soft Skills

Strong communication and collaboration abilities

Problem‑solving mindset with a focus on technical leadership

Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers

About Trident Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high‑impact workforce solutions to Fortune 500 and mid‑market clients. Since 2005, we've specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics, supported by a 3M+ candidate database and a 78% fill ratio. With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard‑to‑fill, niche talent, we help organizations build agile, high‑performing teams that drive innovation and business success.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Contract

Job Function Information Technology

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