Java Tech Lead

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Tech Lead (Java)

You will lead a team of developers and drive solutioning, design, and delivery aligned to product goals and customer-specific configurations.

Key Responsibilities

• Hands-on Development

  : Implement clean, scalable, and well-structured code using Java 11, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and REST APIs, particularly for student records, course registration, examination, and attendance modules.

• Database Optimization

  : Design, tune, and maintain data models and procedures in Oracle 19c using JDBC, ensuring data integrity across high-volume academic records.

• Solution Engineering

  : Architect and deliver robust modules tailored for academic institutions using the existing Java-based framework and evolving product requirements.

• Product Roadmap Execution

  : Translate product roadmap into development milestones, ensuring feature delivery aligned with academic calendars and client-specific requirements.

• Technical Team Leadership

  : Mentor and manage a team of developers, conduct code reviews, and enforce quality standards.

• Domain Collaboration

  : Work closely with Implementation, QA, and Support teams to align technical solutions with institutional workflows such as fee reconciliation, course offerings, and grading systems.

• Stakeholder Engagement

  : Collaborate with product and delivery managers to refine specifications, resolve issues, and ensure successful rollouts.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Total Experience

  : 8–10 years in Java-based full stack development

• Tech Leadership

  : Minimum 3–4 years in a Tech Lead or Senior Developer role

• Core Technologies

  :
• Java (11 & above), Spring Boot, Spring MVC, REST APIs
• Oracle 19c with JDBC
• JSP, JavaScript for UI forms

• DevOps & Cloud

  :
• Git, Jenkins
• Docker Environment, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

• Architecture & Security

  :
• Strong understanding of microservices, secure authentication (e.g., JWT, SSO), and containerization

• Methodologies & Tools

  :
• Agile methodologies, GitLab, Release Notes Management

Preferred Attributes

• Domain Expertise

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• Functional knowledge of Student Information Systems (SIS), Course & Curriculum, Academic Timetabling, Attendance, Library, and Examination modules
• Experience building modules for College Admins, Faculty, and Students
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent product releases across institutions
• Strong communication