100% REMOTE - Java Technical Lead opportunity!

Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Java Technical Lead to join our client to drive the design, development, and delivery of high-performing enterprise software solutions. In this role, you’ll combine hands-on coding expertise with team leadership to guide projects through the full software development lifecycle. This position is ideal for an experienced Java developer who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoys mentoring others while solving complex technical challenges.

Compensation:
$70–$75/hr

Work Schedule:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST | Remote

Key Responsibilities of the Java Technical Lead:

• Lead Full-Cycle Development: Oversee the end-to-end design and implementation of scalable enterprise applications, ensuring solutions align with technical strategy and business goals.

• Architect Cloud-Based Solutions: Develop secure, high-performing architectures leveraging Java, Spring Boot, and AWS services such as ECS, Lambda, and API Gateway.

• Mentor and Guide Developers: Provide hands-on leadership through code reviews, technical coaching, and fostering a culture of quality and innovation within the development team.

• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with product owners, analysts, and architects to define requirements, prioritize features, and deliver robust, user-focused applications.

• Advance DevOps Practices: Champion continuous integration, automated testing, and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation) to streamline delivery and improve reliability.

Qualifications and Skills for the Java Technical Lead:

• 7+ years of professional Java development experience (Spring Boot, Hibernate, REST APIs).

• Proven track record of leading software development teams and mentoring engineers.

• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud technologies including API Gateway, ECS/Fargate, and Terraform.

• Experience with front-end frameworks such as AngularJS and proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.

• Familiarity with containerization and CI/CD tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, or GitLab CI).

• Background with relational and NoSQL databases (RDS, DynamoDB).

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Preferred: AWS certifications, experience with Kafka or modern front-end frameworks (React/Angular).

Why Join Us?
You’ll have the opportunity to shape large-scale software initiatives while working with a talented team of engineers and architects who value collaboration and innovation. This position offers a hands-on technical leadership role where your ideas directly impact performance, scalability, and user experience across enterprise systems.

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.

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