Lead Java Developer

Position: Sr Java Engineer

Location: Fort Worth, Texas

Duration: Contract

Job ID: 179532

Job Overview:

The Sr Engineer role primarily focuses on leading Java development efforts while contributing to full-stack development initiatives. This position requires a strong technical background, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work onsite three days a week in a hybrid model (Tuesday-Thursday). The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing large-scale solutions, ensuring high-quality deliverables, and mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities:

• Write tests and document technical work products, including code scripts and processes, adhering to organizational standards.
• Solve technical problems and build components/libraries with far-reaching impact.
• Deliver high-quality work and coach junior engineers on technical craftsmanship.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify systemic problems and lead execution of action items to address them.
• Design integrated systems that model organizational best practices, enabling teams across product domains to deliver value efficiently.
• Manage technical debt in existing systems and drive opportunities for elimination during ongoing implementations.
• Anticipate scaling, latency, and durability challenges, guiding teams in implementing mitigating strategies.
• Collaborate with the security organization to incorporate security-conscious practices early in the lifecycle of new systems.
• Evaluate technical risks and guide teams toward practical prevention strategies.
• Reflect on squad delivery practices, recommend improvements to leadership, and drive their implementation.
• Identify opportunities for reuse and remove duplication of effort across teams.
• Measure and assess team performance, identifying areas of development for individuals.
• Explore emerging technologies, lead prototype development, and incorporate them into architectural solutions where appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems, CIS/MIS, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training.
• 5-7 years of experience designing, developing, and implementing large-scale solutions in production environments.
• Proficiency in Java development.
• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud deployment.
• Full-stack development experience is highly valued.
• Strong database experience is a significant plus.

Nice to Have Skills and Experience:

• Previous airline industry experience.
• Working experience with GitHub Co-Pilot.
• Experience collaborating with data scientists.

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Pay Range: $55 - $60 The specific compensation for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role, as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K contributions, as well as PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by applicable state or localities where you reside or work.

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