Java Backend Lead

Job Title: Java Backend Lead – AMEX
Job Location: Phoenix, AZ
Work Arrangement: Day 1 Onsite – 5 Days Onsite
Experience: 10+ Years
Client: AMEX
We are looking for the candidate who are interetsed to work on W2 basis.
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Java Backend Lead with 10+ years of hands-on experience in backend development, microservices, system design, and technical leadership.
The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Core Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, Vert.x, Reactive Programming, and Distributed Systems. This role will lead backend development, provide technical direction, mentor engineers, and ensure successful project delivery.
 

Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design and development of scalable backend applications and microservices.
* Develop and maintain solutions using Core Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and Vert.x.
* Apply Reactive Programming principles for high-performance and scalable applications.
* Drive system design, architecture, and technical decisions.
* Review code and ensure coding standards, quality, and best practices.
* Troubleshoot and optimize application performance and scalability.
* Work with relational databases such as Oracle/MySQL and NoSQL databases such as Cassandra.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, architects, and business stakeholders.
* Support cloud-native development using GCP, AWS, or Azure.
* Work with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
* Mentor development teams and provide technical guidance.
* Follow Agile, TDD/BDD, and SDLC practices.
* Ensure projects are delivered successfully and within defined timelines.