Java Development - Lead Consultant | Remote

About this role

Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Java Developer to drive the design, development, and delivery of scalable, cloud-native applications. This role combines deep technical expertise in Java development with leadership responsibilities, including mentoring teams, driving architectural decisions, and integrating AI-driven solutions within modern cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade Java

• applications

• Architect and implement scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions preferably on

• Azure Cloud Drive the integration of AI/ML capabilities (e.g., APIs, models, automation) into business

• applications

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into

• technical solutions

• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to a team of developers

• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development frameworks

• Oversee code reviews, performance optimization, and system troubleshooting

• Manage project timelines, delivery commitments, and resource planning

• Ensure CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and cloud-native development standards are

• followed

• Stay updated with emerging technologies, particularly in AI, cloud computing, and

• microservices architecture

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

• 5-7+ years of experience in Java development, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership role

• Strong expertise in Java (Spring Boot, Microservices architecture)

• Familiarity or hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure (App Services, Azure Functions,

• AKS, Azure DevOps)

• Experience integrating AI/ML services (e.g., REST APIs, Azure AI, OpenAI, or similar

• platforms)

• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, distributed systems, and event-driven architecture

• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases

• Proven experience in leading development teams and delivering complex projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI frameworks or tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, or cloud-based AI

• services)

• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Exposure to data engineering or big data technologies

• Strong knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

• Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Developer Associate, Azure Solutions Architect)

Key Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset

• Ability to combine backend engineering with AI-driven solutioning

• Effective communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to balance hands-on development with mentoring responsibilities

• Continuous learning mindset, especially in AI and cloud technologies

Additional Details:

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Shift Schedule: 5PM - 2AM (PH Time)

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Work Setup: Fully Remote

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