Technical Lead Java/AWS - Miami

About UsCoderio designs and delivers scalable digital solutions for global companies. We combine strong technical expertise with a product mindset to lead complex software initiatives end-to-end. We work with international clients, value autonomy and clear communication, and build long-term partnerships through technical excellence.🌍 More information: http://coderio.comThis is a fully on-site position based in Miami, Florida. Candidates must currently reside in the Miami area.We are seeking a Technical Lead to drive the architecture, technical direction, and delivery of an event-driven microservices platform built on AWS. This role combines hands-on development with technical leadership, requiring deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, AWS, distributed systems, and event-driven architectures. The ideal candidate will mentor engineers, establish technical standards, and ensure scalable, resilient, and high-performing solutions.What You Can Expect (Responsibilities)Define and own the architecture of Java/Spring Boot microservices and distributed systemsLead the design of event-driven solutions, including messaging, streaming, and distributed transaction patternsEstablish API standards, governance, versioning strategies, and integration best practicesGuide engineering teams through technical decisions, code reviews, and delivery executionPartner with business and product stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutionsDrive observability, resilience, security, performance, and AWS cost optimization initiativesEvaluate technologies, remove technical blockers, and support long-term platform evolutionRequirements10+ years of backend engineering experience, including 4+ years leading development teams or technical initiativesDeep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture designStrong experience designing and implementing event-driven architectures using AWS services such as Kinesis, SQS, and SNSHands-on experience with distributed transactions, saga patterns, and orchestration strategiesStrong AWS architecture experience, including API Gateway, DynamoDB, IAM, compute, networking, and security servicesExperience defining observability strategies and implementing monitoring, tracing, and alerting solutionsProven ability to lead engineers, drive technical decisions, and establish development standardsNice to HaveExperience with Kubernetes, ECS, or EKSExperience with orchestration platforms such as Temporal, Camunda, or AWS Step FunctionsInfrastructure as Code and CI/CD expertise (Terraform, CDK, CloudFormation)Financial services or payments industry experienceFamiliarity with AI-assisted development, LLM-based solutions, MCP, RAG, and AI governance practicesBenefitsOn-site collaboration in a dynamic and fast-paced environment in the Miami / Fort Lauderdale area.Long-term contract engagement with high impact and autonomy.Strategic and high-visibility role within a modern engineering culture.Opportunity to influence technical strategy, especially regarding modern event-driven architectures and AI integrations.Collaborative international team with strong technical leadershipWhy join Coderio?At Coderio, we value talent and excellence. While we are primarily a remote-first company, this specific strategic role offers the opportunity to work directly on-site to drive high-stakes initiatives. We are passionate about technology, collaboration, and fair compensation. We offer an inclusive and challenging environment with real growth opportunities. If you are motivated to design solutions that make a difference, we are waiting for you. Apply now.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.