Lead Java React Developer

Position Overview Note : CST or EST time zones only (Fulltime) We are seeking an experienced Lead Java React Developer with 11+ years of software development experience to lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will be a strong hands-on technical leader with deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and React.js, along with experience in system design, architecture, mentoring, and technical leadership.

Position

Details • Job Title: Lead Java React Developer • Experience: 11+ Years • Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent • Work Location: Remote USA • Time Zone: Candidates must be available to work in CST or EST time zones only • Work Model: 100% Remote Key Responsibilities • Lead the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-scale applications.

• Develop scalable backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
• Design and develop modern, responsive front-end applications using React.js.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams.
• Participate in architecture and system-design discussions.
• Conduct code reviews and establish coding and development best practices.
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers.
• Identify and resolve complex technical and production issues.
• Drive application performance, scalability, security, and reliability improvements.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, Architects, QA, DevOps, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning and estimation.
• Ensure high-quality, maintainable, and reusable code throughout the development lifecycle.

Required Technical Skills

Backend • 11+ years of professional software development experience.

• Strong hands-on experience with Java / J2EE.
• Advanced Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and Spring MVC.
• Strong experience designing and developing Microservices.
• Excellent knowledge of REST APIs and Web Services.
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming and Design Patterns. Frontend • Strong hands-on experience with React.js.
• Strong JavaScript / TypeScript skills.
• HTML5, CSS3, responsive UI development.
• Experience with React components, hooks, state management, and API integration. Database & Data • Strong SQL skills.
• Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases is a plus. Cloud & DevOps • Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Git and modern source-control practices.
• CI/CD tools and automated deployment pipelines.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes is preferred.

Technical

Leadership • Proven experience leading development teams or serving as a technical lead.

• Ability to make sound technical and architectural decisions.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Experience mentoring developers and conducting code reviews.
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.

Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience working on large-scale enterprise applications.
• Strong understanding of application security, scalability, and performance optimization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.