Lead Java Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the full software development lifecycle for cloud-native enterprise applications, including design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support in a fast-paced distributed environment.
• Design and build cloud-native solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and related frameworks.
• Develop and integrate REST and SOAP web services, API Gateways, and relational databases to create scalable, high-performance systems.
• Ensure designs meet performance, security, usability, reliability, and scalability requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following industry best practices and common design patterns.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to ongoing improvements in development standards.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues, including production support and performance bottlenecks.
• Optimize applications for performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with QA, DevOps, Product, and Business teams using Agile methods (Scrum, Jira, Confluence, Git) to deliver quality software on time.
• Stay up-to-date with evolving technologies, including AI-assisted development practices, and recommend improvements to tools, frameworks, and engineering processes.

Requirements

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

Technologies

• Java
• Python
• Spring Boot
• MySQL
• NoSQL database
• OpenSearch/Elasticsearch
• APM tools
• Apache Camel
• RabbitMQ
• Data pipelines
• AWS
• CI/CD pipelines
• Kubernetes
• Microservices

Preferred Experience

• Web Technologies: Angular experience a plus
• AI development tools: Hands-on experience or familiarity with AI assisted coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude, or equivalent)
• Domain knowledge: Understanding of the Energy industry and related software systems

Benefits

• Salary base USD 140,000 - 160,000 per year
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Three weeks of paid vacation annually plus paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Commuter benefits
• Additional supplemental offerings

Compensation

• Annual base salary: USD 140,000 - 160,000
• Eligibility for discretionary annual bonus

About Resource Innovations

Resource Innovations is a women led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on expertise in energy efficiency, RI expands its portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through complex, connected challenges such as load flexibility, electrification, and carbon reduction.