Job Summary
The Lead Java Software Engineer is a technical leader responsible for designing, modernizing, and delivering enterprise Java/JEE solutions. You will lead and mentor developers and partner with business analysts, project managers, QA, and enterprise architects to translate requirements into secure, scalable applications and integrations. You will also drive continuous improvement in engineering standards, DevOps automation, and operational support for Tokio Marine North America Services (TMNAS) and its Group Company customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on technical leadership for Java/JEE solutions across projects, initiatives, and production support
- Partner with business analysts, project managers, architects, and QA to clarify requirements, evaluate options, and make sound design decisions
- Lead application design and implementation, including n architecture, API integrations (SOAP/REST), and data access layers
- Provide technical analysis, effort estimates, and delivery plans for enhancements and new development work
- Drive modernization and technical upgrades, including planning, risk management, and execution
- Define and enforce engineering standards for code quality, unit testing, peer reviews, documentation, and maintainability
- Drive DevOps automation and continuous improvement (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, build/release processes, operational tooling)
- Support QA/UAT and deployments across environments; troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner
- Participate in proof-of-concepts and technology evaluations, considering enterprise standards, constraints, and emerging technologies
- Align to SDLC processes, departmental standards, and internal controls to protect data integrity and system stability
- Comply with internal controls needed to perform job functions and administrative responsibilities
- Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or a related technical discipline (preferred)
Experience & Technical Requirements
- 10+ years of enterprise application development experience using Java/JEE
- 3+ years in a technical leadership role (Technical Lead/Technical Architect), mentoring engineers and guiding design decisions
- Hands-on development experience using Java 17, Spring, JSF, Hibernate, JavaScript, CSS, and React
- API and integration experience using SOAP/REST, including experience integrating with Azure API Management (APIM) or similar gateways
- Experience with Agile delivery (e.g., Scrum) and collaborating across cross-functional teams
- Strong SQL skills and experience with SQL Server and/or Oracle databases
- Experience developing and deploying applications on platforms such as JBoss and Spring Boot (or similar)
- Experience with source control (Git) and branching strategies; familiarity with code quality and delivery tooling (e.g., static analysis, unit testing, CI/CD pipelines)
- Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar) and integrating them into day-to-day engineering workflows
- Experience building microservices and deploying to Kubernetes-based containers
- Cloud experience (Azure/AWS) including networking basics, identity, and managed services
- Preferred: P&C insurance industry experience; familiarity with packaged insurance platforms (e.g., Duck Creek, Guidewire, OneShield)
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including translating complex requirements into practical designs
- Leadership and mentoring capabilities; able to set direction, guide execution, and motivate a team to deliver high-quality outcomes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to provide clear technical consultation to business and IT stakeholders
- Working knowledge of object-oriented analysis and design (OOAD) principles and secure integration concepts (e.g., authentication/authorization, SSO, collaboration, portal/integration patterns)
- Tooling familiarity: modern IDEs (IntelliJ/Eclipse) and delivery tools such as SonarQube, Azure DevOps, Octopus (or equivalents)
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities with strong attention to detail and a collaborative, customer-service mindset
Salary range$105,000 to $140,000. Ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location. Our company offers a competitive benefits package and bonus eligibility on top of base.
