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Sr./Lead Java Full Stack Developer

Synechron

Pittsburgh, PA, USA115000 - 125000Posted June 11, 2026via Dice

Our challenge

We are seeking an experienced and talented Senior/Lead Java Full Stack Developer to join our team, contributing to the development of innovative banking and financial services solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Java 17+, reactive programming, microservices architecture, and Angular to deliver scalable, efficient, and secure applications.

The Role

Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain robust full-stack applications using Java 17+ and Angular.
  • Build and enhance microservices using Spring Boot, ensuring high performance, scalability, and security.
  • Implement reactive programming paradigms using Project Reactor and related frameworks.
  • Develop and manage real-time data pipelines with Kafka.
  • Integrate and optimize NoSQL databases such as MongoDB.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Ensure adherence to best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
  • Develop RESTful APIs and integrate them with frontend components.
  • Participate in code reviews, system design discussions, and troubleshooting.
  • Work within a banking and financial services domain, following industry compliance and security standards.
  • Mentor junior developers and foster a collaborative team environment.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer with expertise in Java 17+ and Angular.
  • Strong knowledge of reactive programming using Project Reactor or similar frameworks.
  • Hands-on experience with Kafka for messaging and real-time data processing.
  • Expertise in developing and deploying microservices with Spring Boot.
  • Proficiency with MongoDB and other NoSQL databases.
  • Solid understanding of front-end technologies including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Experience with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Familiarity with financial industry standards, banking domains, and security practices is highly preferred.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in an Agile environment.

Preferred Skills:

  • Prior experience working in banking and financial services projects.
  • Knowledge of other backend platforms or cloud services (AWS, Azure).
  • Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
  • Experience with API Gateways, OAuth2, and security protocols.
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