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Java API Lead

Purple Drive, Minneapolis, MN, United States


Overview:

Job Title: Java API Lead

Location:

Onsite - Minneapolis, MN | Dallas, TX | Charlotte, NC

Experience Required:

10+ Years

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced

Java API Lead

with strong backend engineering expertise and hands-on experience in building scalable, cloud-native applications. The ideal candidate will lead API development efforts, drive platform migration initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, enterprise-grade solutions.

Core Technical Skills

Java ,

Spring Boot ,

Microservices Architecture
MongoDB
Cloud Technologies:

Kubernetes, Rancher
Minimum

5+ years

in backend development & cloud-native applications
Strong understanding of scalable API design, distributed systems, and performance tuning
Key Responsibilities

Design & Development

Lead the design and implementation of backend services, APIs, and microservices based on business and technical requirements.
Develop high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code following best engineering practices.
Platform Migration

Drive and contribute to the

CA2.1 platform migration

efforts across both DIY and Branch/Phone channels.
Ensure seamless transition and minimal disruption during migration activities.
Technical Leadership & Support

Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to offshore development teams.
Troubleshoot complex technical issues and ensure timely resolution.
Code Quality & Reviews

Conduct detailed code reviews to maintain high standards in code quality, security, and performance.
Promote best practices in version control, CI/CD, and testing.
Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Product Owners, QA, DevOps, Architects, and other engineering teams to ensure smooth delivery.
Participate in requirement grooming and solution design discussions.
Documentation

Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for features, APIs, and migration processes.
Testing & Validation

Participate in unit, integration, and regression testing.
Ensure robust and reliable software through automated test coverage wherever possible.
Performance Monitoring & Optimization

Monitor application performance, identify bottlenecks, and recommend optimization strategies.
Agile Participation

Actively contribute to Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, demos, and retrospectives.
Security & Compliance

Ensure all development meets enterprise security policies, compliance guidelines, and secure coding practices.
Preferred Qualifications

Experience in large-scale distributed systems
Strong exposure to cloud-native application deployment
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to lead development teams across onsite-offshore models