Java Lead with Azure Cloud and AKS

Role:

Java Lead with Azure Cloud

Location:

Mt Laurel, NJ / Cherry Hill, NJ (3 to 4 days a week in office)

Job Type:

Contract

Skill Metrics

Azure AKS

Kafka

Azure

Docker

Java

Microservices

Spring Boot

Requirements

10+ years of experience in backend development using Java/J2EE.

Strong proficiency in Java 8+, Java 17, Spring Boot, Kafka and Microservices architecture.

Hands‑on experience with Azure Cloud services, including AKS, App Services, Functions, and Storage.

Experience with Oracle, SQL Server, and/or NoSQL databases.

Proficiency in Docker and container orchestration on Azure.

Solid experience with Terraform for infrastructure automation on Azure.

Strong understanding of API design patterns, orchestration, and cloud‑native development.

Familiarity with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise‑grade backend applications using Java 8+/Java 17, Spring Boot, and Microservices.

Architect and implement cloud‑native solutions on Microsoft Azure, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.

Design and optimize data access layers using Oracle, SQL Server, and/or NoSQL databases.

Manage containerized applications using Docker and orchestrate deployments on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).

Implement and maintain infrastructure using Terraform for Azure resources.

Define and enforce best practices for API design, microservices orchestration, and CI/CD pipelines.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including DevOps, QA, and Product to deliver high‑quality solutions.

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