Team Lead - Software Development

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Java developers, ensuring the team is delivering high-quality code and solutions on time.

• Act as the main point of contact between the development team and stakeholders.

• Manage the software development life cycle (SDLC) and ensure adherence to best practices in coding, design, and testing.

• Perform code reviews, provide technical guidance, and mentor team members.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize project requirements.

• Design and architect robust, scalable, and efficient Java applications.

• Identify and resolve technical challenges and roadblocks within the team.

• Conduct performance evaluations and contribute to team members' professional growth.

• Manage releases and deployments, ensuring proper version control and testing procedures.

• Stay current with Java trends and technologies, recommending tools or practices to improve the team’s performance and productivity.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 5+ years of experience in Java development, with at least 1 years in a leadership or management role.

• Knowledge of Core Java basics/fundamental & Advanced Java Concepts, JVM fundamentals, OOPs, Data Structure Concepts, Collections & Multithreading

• Strong expertise in Java and related frameworks (Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Hibernate, etc.).

• In-depth understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts and design patterns.

• Proficiency in web technologies (RESTful APIs, HTML, JavaScript, CSS).

• Experience with database technologies such as SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, etc.).

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and CI/CD pipelines.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage a diverse team.

Technical Skills:

• Languages: Java (Core Java, J2EE, Java 17), Spring Boot, Hibernate, etc.

• Web Technologies: RESTful APIs, SOAP, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Ajax, JSON, API.

• Databases: SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL), NoSQL (MongoDB).

• Tools: Git, Maven, Gradle, Docker.

• Cloud: AWS, Azure, or GCP (Google Cloud Platform).

• Testing: Junit or Mockito.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Proven experience in conflict resolution and team motivation.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with enterprise-level Java applications.