Lead Java Developer

About NationsBenefits:

At NationsBenefits, we are leading the transformation of the insurance industry by developing innovative benefits management solutions. We focus on modernizing complex back-office systems to create scalable, secure, and high-performing platforms that streamline operations for our clients. As part of our strategic growth, we are focused on platform modernization — transitioning legacy systems to modern, cloud-native architectures that support the scalability, reliability, and high performance of core backoffice functions in the insurance domain.

Description:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Java Engineering Lead (8+ Years) to spearhead the development of a cutting-edge FinTech application. This hands-on leadership role requires deep technical expertise in Java (Spring Boot, JDK 17+), as well as strong teambuilding, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration. You will work closely with product managers, business leaders, and engineers to design, develop, and deploy scalable financial solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Programming & Backend Development:

• Strong knowledge of Java, including multi-threading and concurrency.
• Write efficient, scalable code using appropriate data structures and algorithms.
• Develop backend services and APIs using Spring and REST.
• Optional exposure to gRPC and event-driven architectures.

Design & Architecture:

• Apply SOLID principles in system and component design.
• Utilize or understand design patterns (creational, structural, behavioral).
• Work on event streaming, batch, and synchronous processing systems.
• Contribute to system design and evaluate architecture trade-offs (Mandatory)

Testing & Quality:

• Automated Test Cases across unit, integration, and functional.
• Ensure reliability through logging, monitoring, and test automation.

Database & Production Support:

• Write and optimize complex SQL queries; troubleshoot query performance.
• Investigate and resolve issues in production APIs and services.
• Handle API migrations, deprecations, and support infrastructure updates.
• Strong relational database knowledge

Cloud & DevOps:

• Familiarity with Azure or AWS cloud technologies.
• Exposure to CI/CD tools and deployment pipelines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with FinTech platforms or products.
• Strong understanding of microservices and scalable backend architectures.
• Exposure to tools like Kubernetes, Docker, and modern DevOps pipelines.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Passion for customer-centric development and high standards.
• Ability to deep-dive into technical problems and deliver solutions.
• Collaborative team player with a growth mindset and flexibility to learn.