Lead Java Backend Engineer - AWS Cloud

Overview Lead Software Engineer to join our team in Chicago, IL. We offer a hybrid work model, full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more. If you\'re looking to grow your technical career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 500 company — let\'s talk! Responsibilities Perform all programming and development assignments without close supervision; normally assigned the more complex aspects of systems work. Act as team leader for development and support groups; provide programming and application/technical leadership, guidance, and assistance to other team members. Work directly on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution, including responding to off-shift and weekend support calls. Work independently on complex systems or infrastructure components that may be used by one or more applications or systems. Drive application development focused around delivering valuable business features. Maintain high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits. Identify and encourage areas for growth and improvement within the team. Mentor junior developers. Communicate with end users and internal customers to help direct development, debugging, and testing of application software for accuracy, integrity, interoperability, and completeness. Lead development of new functionality and applications on cross-functional teams Perform integration testing and customer acceptance testing of components that requires careful planning and execution to ensure timely, quality results Participate in technology evaluation and recommendations. Apply an enterprise-wide view to solutions to support the adoption of standards and practices and promote reuse. Responsible for performing other job duties as assigned by management from time to time. Education & Experience Required Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical engineering or related field is required AND 10+ years' experience of designing and developing software applications in Java. Minimum of 3+ years' experience in leading geographically disbursed teams. Required Skills Strong Java 17 experience. Backend development experience is a MUST Experience with RESTful web services. AWS knowledge – IAM, Kinesis, DynamoDB, API stack, SQS, SNS, KMS Experience with Slick – SQL queries. DevOps experience. High availability and reliable solutions. Some architecture experience. Soft Skills Required Ability to work under pressure and within time constraints; passion for technology and an eagerness to contribute to a team-oriented environment Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Vision Insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Paid Holidays Please visit our website for a list of job openings in Engineering, IT, Project Management, and more. https://www.dsnworldwide.com J-18808-Ljbffr