Job Description

Job Title: Tech Lead – Java (Java, React, Kong)
Experience: 8–10 Years
Customer : IPS – TIAA
Location: Pune / Mumbai
Employment Type: Full-Time

We are looking for an experienced Tech Lead – Java to lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, React.js, and Kong API Gateway. The role involves leading technical teams, designing robust backend services, developing modern front-end applications, and ensuring high-quality software delivery using Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
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Key Responsibilities
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-grade web applications using Java technologies.
• Design and develop scalable Microservices using Spring Boot and Spring Framework.
• Develop responsive and interactive user interfaces using React.js, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services.
• Configure and manage APIs using Kong API Gateway.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, QA, DevOps, and Business Analysts.
• Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance to the development team.
• Troubleshoot production issues and optimize application performance.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming.
• Work closely with DevOps teams to automate deployments and improve CI/CD pipelines.
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Required Skills
Backend
• Strong hands-on experience in Java and J2EE
• Spring Framework
• Spring Boot
• Microservices Architecture
• RESTful API Development
Frontend
• React.js
• HTML5
• CSS3
• JavaScript
• Responsive UI Development
API Management
• Kong API Gateway
• API Security
• API Lifecycle Management
Databases
• MySQL
• PostgreSQL
• MongoDB
DevOps & Tools
• Git
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• CI/CD Pipelines
• Code Quality Tools (SonarQube or similar)
• Defect Tracking Tools (JIRA, Azure DevOps, etc.)
Methodologies
• Agile
• Scrum
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Required Experience
• 8–10 years of software development experience.
• Strong expertise in Java, J2EE, Spring Boot, and Microservices.
• Experience in building enterprise applications using React.js.
• Hands-on experience with Kong API Gateway.
• Experience designing and developing REST APIs.
• Good understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts and design patterns.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and containerization technologies.
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Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of application security and performance optimization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
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Nice to Have
• Experience with event-driven architecture.
• Knowledge of messaging systems such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• Exposure to monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK Stack.
• Cloud-native application development experience.
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Key Competencies
• Technical Leadership
• Solution Design
• Team Mentoring
• Problem Solving
• Stakeholder Communication
• Code Quality & Best Practices
• Agile Delivery
• Continuous Improvement
This JD aligns well with a Tech Lead role requiring strong expertise in Java, React.js, Spring Boot, Microservices, Kong API Gateway, REST APIs, Agile, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, and modern software engineering practices.

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Recruiter Name: Sweta Yadav

Recruiter Email ID: Sweta.Yadav@bs.nttdata.com

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