Lead Java Developer only local candidates

Title : Lead Java DeveloperLocation: Cincinnati, OH, USAJob DescriptionRequired Skills & QualificationsBachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field12+ years of experience in backend software developmentStrong expertise in Java and related technologiesHands-on experience with Spring and Spring Boot frameworksExperience building and consuming RESTful APIsProficiency with AWS cloud servicesExperience with Git/GitHub and modern version control practicesFamiliarity with DevOps tools such as JenkinsExperience with Kafka or other messaging systemsStrong understanding of software design patterns (OOP and functional programming)Knowledge of secure coding practices and application securityExcellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skillsPreferred SkillsExperience with microservices architectureExposure to GitHub Copilot or AI-assisted development toolsExperience in financial services or fintech domainStrong understanding of CI/CD pipelinesRole ExpectationsLead by example in coding standards and engineering excellenceDrive continuous improvement through communities of practiceEnsure delivery aligns with business goals and customer experienceMaintain high standards of compliance, documentation, and risk management