Job Specifications
We are excited to announce an opportunity for an accomplished Lead Java Backend Developer to join our team as a contractor in New York. This role is ideal for a senior technologist who has spent over a decade building high-performance backend systems and is ready to take on a leadership-driven, hands-on coding role.
As a Lead Java Developer, you will be working on mission-critical systems that process millions of transactions daily, requiring deep technical expertise, strong architectural understanding, and the ability to guide teams toward engineering excellence.
This is a role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands the demands of modern enterprise applications, and can consistently deliver scalable, reliable, and secure backend solutions.
What You’ll Do
Lead backend development efforts across complex, high-volume applications
Architect, design, and enhance microservices using Java and Spring Boot
Work closely with cross-functional teams including DevOps, QA, and Product
Drive engineering best practices around TDD, clean code, resiliency, and performance
Ensure systems are optimized for scalability, latency, fault-tolerance, and availability
Perform code reviews and mentor junior and mid-level developers
Contribute to pipeline automation, deployment strategies, and CI/CD improvements
Troubleshoot production issues and deliver timely resolutions for high-impact systems
Required Skills & Experience
12–16 years of professional Java backend development experience
Deep expertise in:
Java, Spring Boot, RESTful API design
Microservices architecture and distributed systems
Hands-on experience working with systems processing millions of daily transactions
Strong command of JUnit, unit testing, and test-driven development
Solid understanding of caching frameworks, messaging/queuing systems, and database performance tuning
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
Ability to troubleshoot complex backend issues in high-volume environments
Proven leadership skills — capable of guiding teams and influencing technical direction
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
About the Company
TMT IT Solutions is a leading technology consulting firm specializing in staffing solutions, software development, and digital transformation services. We support our clients by aligning them with leading IT talent and implementing cutting-edge technologies to optimize operations and drive business growth. With a team of seasoned IT consultants, cloud architects, IAM specialists, and data scientists, we help businesses navigate the complexities of modern IT infrastructure, ensuring operational efficiency, scalability, and se...
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