Lead Full Stack Java Developer

Rose International -
Rutherford, NJ

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Job Details

Temporary | Full-time
$75 - $80 an hour

Qualifications

Jira
Spring Boot
Responsive design
Systems integration
Software engineering
CSS
Continuous Delivery (CD) implementation
Tooling
System design
Integration Architecture Design (Architecture design skills)
Scalable systems
Enterprise software systems development
JavaScript frameworks
Microservices
Bank experience
Cloud Native Design
Scalability
Digital project management boards
Agile software development
Front-end component implementation
Defect tracking tools
Distributed computing
DevOps automation
PL/SQL
Developer tools
Project stakeholder communication
Design (software development lifecycle)
Stakeholder relationship building
HTML
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Date Posted: 07/30/2026

Hiring Organization: Rose International

Position Number: 504922

Industry: Financial Services

Job Title: Lead Full Stack Java Developer

Job Location: Rutherford, NJ, USA, 07070

Work Model: Hybrid

Work Model Details: Hybrid Model- 3 Days onsite/ 2 days remote

Shift: Standard working hours

Employment Type: Temporary

FT/PT: Full-Time

Estimated Duration (In months): 6

Min Hourly Rate($): 75.00

Max Hourly Rate($): 80.00

Must Have Skills/Attributes: Back End, Banking/Financial, Cloud, Full Stack, Java, JIRA, Microservices, React, Spring Boot

Experience Desired: Software development experience, with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot (7+ yrs); Deep experience with SQL/PLSQL and relational databases (Oracle preferred) (7+ yrs); Lead/ Senior Experience / Mentoring team of developers preferred/Nice to have (2+ yrs); Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) preferred (3+ yrs); Familiarity with AI tools and their application in development workflows (1+ yrs)

Required Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree

**C2C is not available**

Job Description

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.

Required Qualifications/Skills/Experience

7–10+ years of software development experience with strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React).
Proven experience designing and building scalable full stack and microservices-based architectures.
Advanced understanding of application architecture principles, design patterns, and system integration.
Strong knowledge of backend development, API design, and distributed systems.
Front-end expertise in building modern, responsive user interfaces using Angular/React, HTML5, and CSS.
Deep experience with SQL/PLSQL and relational databases (Oracle preferred).
Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools (e.g., Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, Docker, OpenShift).
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience working in Agile environments using tools such as JIRA.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills/Experience

Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS).
Familiarity with AI tools and their application in development workflows.

Overview
The Lead Full Stack Java Developer is a senior technical leadership role responsible for architecting, designing, and delivering complex, scalable application systems in partnership with the Technology team. This role provides end-to-end ownership of application development across front-end and back-end technologies while influencing enterprise architecture and engineering standards. The position focuses on delivering secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions through modern full stack development using Java, Spring Boot, JavaScript frameworks, microservices, APIs, cloud-native technologies, and DevOps practices. The role also partners with business and technology stakeholders, mentors development teams, drives innovation through modern engineering practices, and ensures adherence to governance, compliance, and risk management standards.

Job Duties

Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of full stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, and modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React).
Drive end-to-end ownership of application delivery from requirements and design through development, testing, and deployment.
Define and enforce best practices for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation aligned with enterprise architecture standards.
Partner with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to align technology solutions with business objectives.
Resolve complex technical challenges through analysis of business processes, system flows, and industry standards.
Provide architectural guidance and ensure systems are scalable, resilient, secure, and high-performing.
Lead the development of microservices, REST/GraphQL APIs, and cloud-native solutions.
Utilize advanced knowledge of data structures, object-oriented design, and system integration patterns.
Drive innovation through adoption of CI/CD, DevOps, and AI-assisted development tools.
Mentor and coach junior and mid-level developers by providing technical leadership and oversight.
Contribute to strategic planning by identifying opportunities for system enhancements and process optimization.
Ensure adherence to risk, governance, and compliance standards while proactively managing system and operational risks.

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**Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

**Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**

Benefits:
For information and details on employment benefits offered with this position, please visit here. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact our HR Department via our secure website.

California Pay Equity:
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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.

If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department.

Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).

About Rose

Founded in 1993
Office Locations Across the U.S.
150+ Clients: Corporations and Government Agencies
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Challenging Assignments Across the U.S.
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