Senior Java Technical Lead - RESTful API, Spring Boot

Senior Java Technical Lead - RESTful API, Spring Boot Senior Java Technical Lead - RESTful API, Spring Boot United States Job Description Senior Java Technical Lead - RESTful API, Spring Boot Durham, North Carolina Job Summary We are seeking a skilled Java Developer with 8 to 10 yrs of experience to support the Build Phase of a production-grade Underwriting Rules Engine platform. The role involves designing, developing, and integrating Java-based microservices and APIs to enable real-time rule execution, decisioning, and enterprise system integration. The candidate will work closely with architects, rules engine specialists, and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, resilient, and high-performance solutions aligned to enterprise standards and regulatory requirements Key Responsibilities Design and develop Java-based microservices and REST APIs for Rules Engine platform Implement and integrate rule execution services with enterprise systems (upstream/downstream) Collaborate with Drools/rules team to enable rule evaluation, decisioning, and workflows Build scalable, high-performance components aligned to low-latency decision systems Develop and support API-driven and event-based integrations across platforms Participate in end-to-end SDLC including development, testing, debugging, and deployment Ensure code quality, performance optimization, and defect resolution Support CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and environment setup Contribute to non-functional requirements including scalability, resiliency, and security Prepare technical documentation and support audit & governance requirements Skill Requirements Mandatory Skills Core Java / J2EE, Java 8+ Spring Boot & Microservices architecture REST API development & web services Strong OOP concepts & design patterns Preferred / Good to Have Experience with Drools / Rules Engine platforms Understanding of rule-based decisioning systems Exposure to insurance / underwriting domain Other Requirements API integration & event-driven architecture SQL / NoSQL databases, JSON/XML CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git) Cloud exposure (AWS preferred), Docker/Kubernetes (nice to have) JUnit / automated testing, Agile tools (JIRA, Confluence) Maximum Salary (US): 151000 Minimum Salary (US): 95000 Information at a Glance Why HCLTech? At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first. HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026totaled $14.8billion. Compensation and Benefits A candidate's pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year. Copyright © 2026 HCL Technologies Limited J-18808-Ljbffr