Technical Lead – Full Stack (Java Spring Boot, React, PostgreSQL

Dallas, TX, United States (On-site)

Contract (4 months 29 days)

Published 10 hours ago

Java Development

postgresql

aws cloud

UAT testing

REST / SOAP

DevOps & CI/CD

Agile/Scrum methodology

apache kafka

spring boot framework

A strong hands-on Full Stack Technical Lead with deep expertise in Java Spring Boot, React JS, PostgreSQL, and Kafka along with proven experience in enterprise integrations (API, FTP, ETL, Integration Platform) and AI-assisted development.

The role requires a blend of technical leadership, architecture/design ownership, and hands-on development, working closely with client stakeholders, architects, technical team, and program leadership to deliver scalable and high-quality solutions.

A hands-on technical leader who can:

Code + Design + Lead simultaneously

Navigate complex integrations and enterprise ecosystems

Engage confidently with client architects and business stakeholders

Drive delivery excellence in high-pressure, multi-team environments

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership & Solution Design:

Lead end-to-end technical design and architecture for complex full-stack applications

Define scalable, secure, and high-performing system architectures

Translate business requirements into technical solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards

Perform design reviews, code reviews, and governance enforcement

Hands-on Development:

Develop and deliver complex backend components using Java Spring Boot

Build responsive and high-performance UI components using React JS

Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas, queries, and performance tuning

Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and DevOps pipelines

Integration & Data Exchange:

Design and implement integration solutions across systems, including:

REST/SOAP APIs

File-based integrations (FTP/SFTP)

ETL pipelines (batch and real-time data processing)

Kafka - Integration platform

Troubleshoot and optimize data flow, transformation, and synchronization issues

Work with cross-system dependencies and enterprise integration patterns

Stakeholder Collaboration:

Work closely with:

Client business users– to understand functional requirements

Client architects – to align solutions with enterprise architecture

Program Managers / Delivery Leads – for planning, tracking, and governance

Participate in design workshops, requirement discussions, and solution walkthroughs

Team Management & Mentoring:

Lead and manage a distributed development team

Assign tasks, track delivery, and ensure quality and timeline adherence

Mentor developers on technical skills, coding standards, and best practices

Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and technical excellence

Delivery & Governance:

Own end-to-end delivery of modules/components

Ensure defect-free releases and production stability

Participate in release planning, sprint execution, and estimations

Maintain documentation including HLD, LLD, integration specs, and runbooks

Required Skills & Experience:

Technical Skills:

Strong hands-on experience in:

Java, Spring Boot, Microservices architecture,

React JS (modern frameworks, hooks, state management)

PostgreSQL (schema design, DMLs), Redshift

Unit testing (JUnit, Mockito)

TDD concepts

Experience with:

AI development tool such as WindSurf, Copilot.

API design & integration (REST/SOAP)

FTP/SFTP-based batch integrations

ETL tools/processes (data pipelines, transformations)

Kafka (Integration platform)

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure – preferred), API security (OAuth/JWT)

Experience with GitLab, JIRA, and Agile development practices.

Docker, Kubernetes

Knowledge of:

CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, etc.)

Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes – preferred)

Soft Skills & Leadership:

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Ability to work with cross-functional global teams

Experience in client-facing roles and solution discussions

Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking

Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Track progress using JIRA and ensure timely delivery of sprint commitments.

Assist in tollgate processes including regression, integration, UAT, and security testing.

Provide technical oversight during go-live and hyper-care phases.

Ensure technical documentation is maintained and updated.

Facilitate knowledge transfer sessions with client teams as needed.

Identify technical risks and propose mitigation strategies.

Work closely with QA and automation engineers to ensure testable code.

The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $41.61/hour - $65.01/hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.