Lead Java Developer

About Position: We are seeking a skilled Java Engineer with strong experience in Spring Boot, microservices, and cloud-native development. The ideal candidate will contribute to the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade applications, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams in an agile environment. Role: Java Lead Location: All Persistent Locations Experience: 10 to 15 Years Job Type: Full Time Employment What You'll Do: Participate in all agile ceremonies Collaborate with project team members (Product Managers, Architects, Analysts, Drive development effort End-to-End for on-time delivery of high quality solutions that conform to requirements, conform to the architectural vision, and comply with all applicable standards. Collaborate with senior technical staff and PM to identify, document, plan contingency, track and manage risks and issues until all are resolved Present technical solutions, capabilities, considerations, and features in business terms. Effectively communicate status, issues, and risks in a precise and timely manner. Partner with product on implementation strategy. Participate in design and code review sessions as appropriate, to ensure the quality of work delivered by self and teammates are in accordance with development standards Target a minimum of 3-5 meaningful commits per day (50-100 commits per month), minimum 10 story points per sprint. Expertise You'll Bring: Experience with Java and Spring (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, etc.) and Python. Understanding of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. Proficient in caching mechanisms (e.g., Redis, Memcached, Hazelcast). Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful API design. Experience of SQL (Postgres, MySQL, MS SQL) and NoSQL databases. Skill with development and deployment on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka or similar messaging systems. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience using JIRA and Git for software development. Experience with leveraging AI Coding assistant tools (GitHub Copilot, Cline, Aider, Continue, Cursor) Basic understanding of Large Language Models (OpenAI, Claude etc.), MCP (Model Context Protocol), AI agents Framework (LangChain, LangGraph) Experience with designing enterprise grade applications/platforms. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards Annual health check-ups Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment: Persistent Ltd. is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds. We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles. Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities. If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment Let’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers “Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”