Lead Java Software Engineer

Resource Innovations is seeking a Lead Java Software Engineer to join its SaaS team as a hands-on technical lead, shaping the design, development, and deployment of cloud-based enterprise software. This role is remote, with occasional in-person meetings for candidates in select metro areas, and requires US residency with no visa sponsorship. The position is based in Madison, Wisconsin, offering a competitive salary in the range of USD 140,000 to 160,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in the full software development life cycle of cloud-based enterprise applications, including design, development, testing, implementation, and support in a fast-paced, distributed environment.
• Design and develop cloud-native applications using Java, Spring Boot, and related frameworks. Work with REST/SOAP web services, API Gateways, and RDBMS to build scalable, high-performance systems. Ensure designs meet performance, security, usability, reliability, and scalability requirements.
• Develop clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices and design patterns. Conduct code reviews, provide feedback, and contribute to continuous improvement in development standards.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues, including production support and performance bottlenecks; optimize applications for performance and scalability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with QA, DevOps, Product, and Business teams using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Jira, Confluence, Git) to deliver quality software solutions on time.
• Stay current with evolving technologies, including AI-assisted development practices, and recommend improvements to tools, frameworks, and engineering processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of software development experience building high-performance, reliable, and scalable enterprise applications.
• Strong proficiency with Java, Python and Spring Boot.
• MySQL and at least one NoSQL database.
• OpenSearch/Elasticsearch, log analytics, APM tools.
• Apache Camel, messaging systems like RabbitMq and data pipelines.
• AWS services, CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes (preferred).
• Microservices design and implementation experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, distributed environment.
• Collaborative mindset with attention to quality and maintainability.
• Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful environmental impact.

Technologies

• Java
• Python
• Spring Boot
• MySQL
• NoSQL databases
• OpenSearch
• Elasticsearch
• Apache Camel
• RabbitMq
• Data pipelines
• AWS
• CI/CD pipelines
• Kubernetes
• REST
• SOAP
• API Gateways
• Jira
• Confluence
• Git
• Microservices

Benefits

• Three weeks of paid vacation annually
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Commuter benefits
• Additional supplemental offerings