Java Technical Lead

Java Technical LeadFull-Time | Direct Hire Location: New York, NY (4 days onsite required)Work Authorization: W2 only — No sponsorship, C2C, CTH, or third‑party vendorsAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Java Technical Lead to drive the architecture, development, and delivery of high‑performance applications within a financial services environment. This role blends hands‑on engineering with technical leadership, guiding a team of developers while contributing directly to mission‑critical codebases.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and mentor a team of software engineers through the full development lifecycle.Architect, design, and build scalable, enterprise‑grade applications using modern Java technologies.Write high‑quality, maintainable code and step in as a primary contributor when needed.Collaborate with product, architecture, and business teams to define technical requirements and deliver robust solutions.Implement engineering best practices, including code reviews, testing strategies, and performance optimization.Utilize Claude.ai AI to enhance development workflows and improve engineering efficiency.Troubleshoot complex technical issues and ensure system reliability, security, and scalability.Required Skills & ExperienceStrong expertise in Core Java and the Spring framework.Hands‑on experience developing front‑end applications with React.Experience using Claude.ai AI to support coding and development tasks.Proven experience leading a team of engineers in an enterprise environment.Ability to produce high‑quality code and contribute directly when needed.Financial services industry experience is required.Must be able to work on W2. No sponsorship, C2C, CTH, or third‑party sub‑vendors.