Lead Java Developer

Job Title : Lead – Core Java / Associate Manager

Experience Required : 8+ years

Location : Gurgaon

Employment Type : Full-time

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled Lead – Core Java Developer with strong expertise in backend development. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in building scalable applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices , along with solid knowledge of multithreading and database management. This role requires strong problem-solving abilities, leadership skills, and excellent communication to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and implementation of backend applications using Core Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices .

Apply object-oriented design principles and leverage functional programming concepts where appropriate.

Develop high-performance, scalable, and reliable backend solutions.

Work with relational databases and write optimized SQL queries .

Ensure application performance, quality, and responsiveness.

Mentor and guide junior developers, performing code reviews and enforcing best practices.

Collaborate with product managers, architects, and QA teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues.

Required Skills & Qualifications

8+ years of hands-on experience in Java backend development .

Strong expertise in Core Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture .

Proficiency in SQL and relational database design.

Solid understanding of multithreading and concurrency .

Strong grasp of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and exposure to functional programming concepts.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills .

Strong communication and collaboration skills .

Ability to lead teams and drive technical solutions independently.

Good to Have

Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) .

Experience with CI / CD pipelines and DevOps practices .

Knowledge of design patterns and best practices in software engineering .