Senior AI Java Developer Tech Lead

StratAcuity Staffing Partners Inc

  • Southlake, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • $70–$85 Per Hour

Highlights

In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Experience: 12+ years of professional software engineering experience developing large-scale software using Java, Spring framework, cloud development, and Web Services for high-volume transactions.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSouthlake, TX
Salary$70–$85 Per Hour

Description

Job#: 3046280

Job Description:

Senior AI Java Developer Tech Lead

Location: Southlake, Texas (Hybrid)

Role Overview

This position is for a Senior AI Developer Tech Lead to support a significant technical transformation in Broker-Dealer Systems and the modernization of core technology infrastructure. The role will lead AI-focused workflows across the System Development Life Cycle, working at the intersection of AI technology and complex financial domains. The objective is to build intelligent systems that directly impact the retirement security of millions of people.

Required Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience is required.

Experience:

  • 12+ years of professional software engineering experience developing large-scale software using Java, Spring framework, cloud development, and Web Services for high-volume transactions.
  • 6+ years of experience with containers and microservices in the cloud.
  • 6+ years of experience in cloud deployment within a CI/CD model.
  • 5+ years of experience with Pivotal Cloud Foundry (PCF), AWS, or GCP.
  • 5+ years of experience with databases such as MongoDB, Aerospike, and/or PostgreSQL.
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with AI/ML implementation and production deployment.
  • 2+ years of experience in IT transformations and system modernization from legacy to distributed platforms.

Technical Skills:

  • Demonstrated experience with GenAI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) for tasks like implementation, refactoring, testing, and automation.
  • Experience acting as a Tech Lead or Team Lead, including mentoring junior developers.
  • Experience designing and architecting systems in a greenfield environment.
  • Working knowledge of agentic workflows, spec-driven development, and prompt engineering.
  • Hands-on experience with Large Language Models (e.g., GPT-5, Claude, Gemini, PaLM).
  • Understanding of broker-dealer capabilities and operations.
  • Proven ability to communicate and lead other engineers in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • A Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Knowledge of messaging technologies like Rabbit MQ or Kafka.
  • Experience in the Financial Services industry.
  • Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and QA Automation.
  • Proficiency in developing Visio diagrams, architectural documentation, and technical specifications.
  • A willingness to learn all aspects of the tech stack and document findings.
  • Knowledge of Agile methodology and experience in an Agile work environment.
  • Experience with the Atlassian tool stack (JIRA, Confluence).

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Southlake, TX, US

Job Type:

Applications and Data Management

Date Posted:

August 17, 2026

Pay Range:

$70 - $85 per hour

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