Payments Development Lead(Java)

Payments Development Lead/Java Backend Development LeadLocation: Raleigh NC/ Phoenix AZ might consider remoteDuration: 6+ MonthsSalary Range: $40 - $45 an hour on W2 or C2CJava Backend Development Lead – Need someone with 12-15 years' experience but should be hands-on. Must have banking payments experience. Must have AWS experience - to design and build apps in AWS. Hands on coding, need to clear coding test.Key Responsibilities:Lead the design and development of robust, scalable, and maintainable backend systems, ensuring adherence to high and basic design principlesLead database architecture and optimization efforts, with a focus on performance and data integrityQualifications:Minimum of 10 years of experience in Java development, with a strong focus on Spring Boot and backend architectureStrong understanding of cloud architectures, preferably with relevant certification (AWS)Expert knowledge of both SQL and NoSQL databasesProven track record in designing and implementing complex system integrationsStrong background in test-driven development and automated testing frameworksResponsibilities:Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement integration solutions, ensuring seamless data flow across systemsApply SRE principles to enhance system reliability, performance, and availabilityUtilize container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift to streamline deployment and orchestration of applicationsLeverage Spring Boot to develop microservices and backend applications, applying best practices and design patternsDesign and implement RESTful APIs, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requestsGuide the creation of responsive and intuitive user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks, with a focus on ReactWrite unit and integration tests using JUnit, Mockito, or PowerMock, and ensure adherence to quality and security standards using tools like Sonar, Fortify, and Web InspectProduce comprehensive documentation for each microservice, detailing architecture, design decisions, and implementation guidelinesParticipate in Agile development processes, contributing to sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectivesProactively identify and resolve bugs and performance issues in a timely mannerEngage in database design and optimization for integration systems, ensuring efficient data management and retrieval