Technical Lead – Full Stack (Java Spring Boot, React, PostgreSQL

Dallas, TX, United States (On-site) Contract (4 months 29 days) Published 5 hours ago Java Development postgresql aws cloud UAT testing REST / SOAP DevOps & CI/CD Agile/Scrum methodology apache kafka spring boot framework A strong hands-on Full Stack Technical Lead with deep expertise in Java Spring Boot, React JS, PostgreSQL, and Kafka along with proven experience in enterprise integrations (API, FTP, ETL, Integration Platform) and AI-assisted development. The role requires a blend of technical leadership, architecture/design ownership, and hands-on development, working closely with client stakeholders, architects, technical team, and program leadership to deliver scalable and high-quality solutions. A hands-on technical leader who can: Code + Design + Lead simultaneously Navigate complex integrations and enterprise ecosystems Engage confidently with client architects and business stakeholders Drive delivery excellence in high-pressure, multi-team environments Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership & Solution Design: Lead end-to-end technical design and architecture for complex full-stack applications Define scalable, secure, and high-performing system architectures Translate business requirements into technical solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards Perform design reviews, code reviews, and governance enforcement Hands-on Development: Develop and deliver complex backend components using Java Spring Boot Build responsive and high-performance UI components using React JS Design and optimize PostgreSQL database schemas, queries, and performance tuning Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and DevOps pipelines Integration & Data Exchange: Design and implement integration solutions across systems, including: REST/SOAP APIs File-based integrations (FTP/SFTP) ETL pipelines (batch and real-time data processing) Kafka - Integration platform Troubleshoot and optimize data flow, transformation, and synchronization issues Work with cross-system dependencies and enterprise integration patterns Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with: Client business users– to understand functional requirements Client architects – to align solutions with enterprise architecture Program Managers / Delivery Leads – for planning, tracking, and governance Participate in design workshops, requirement discussions, and solution walkthroughs Team Management & Mentoring: Lead and manage a distributed development team Assign tasks, track delivery, and ensure quality and timeline adherence Mentor developers on technical skills, coding standards, and best practices Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and technical excellence Delivery & Governance: Own end-to-end delivery of modules/components Ensure defect-free releases and production stability Participate in release planning, sprint execution, and estimations Maintain documentation including HLD, LLD, integration specs, and runbooks Required Skills & Experience: Technical Skills: Strong hands-on experience in: Java, Spring Boot, Microservices architecture, React JS (modern frameworks, hooks, state management) PostgreSQL (schema design, DMLs), Redshift Unit testing (JUnit, Mockito) TDD concepts Experience with: AI development tool such as WindSurf, Copilot. API design & integration (REST/SOAP) FTP/SFTP-based batch integrations ETL tools/processes (data pipelines, transformations) Kafka (Integration platform) Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure – preferred), API security (OAuth/JWT) Experience with GitLab, JIRA, and Agile development practices. Docker, Kubernetes Knowledge of: CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, etc.) Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes – preferred) Soft Skills & Leadership: Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to work with cross-functional global teams Experience in client-facing roles and solution discussions Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives. Track progress using JIRA and ensure timely delivery of sprint commitments. Assist in tollgate processes including regression, integration, UAT, and security testing. Provide technical oversight during go-live and hyper-care phases. Ensure technical documentation is maintained and updated. Facilitate knowledge transfer sessions with client teams as needed. Identify technical risks and propose mitigation strategies. Work closely with QA and automation engineers to ensure testable code. The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $41.61/hour - $65.01/hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America’s leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients’ success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.