Lead / Consultant Java Engineer
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Job Description
The client is a global leader in the medical technology sector, specializing in advanced diagnostic and surgical systems that combine precision mechanics, real-time control, and high-fidelity imaging. Operating within a strictly regulated, quality-driven environment, the organization is recognized for engineering devices where reliability, safety, and traceability are paramount. Its products support critical clinical workflows, and its engineering culture places strong emphasis on rigorous verification and risk-aware design.
The project centers on the development of a next-generation device platform built around a modern, high-performance microcontroller architecture. Key initiatives include upgrading the underlying operating system, modernizing the platform's internal communication from a legacy bus to a higher-bandwidth Ethernet-based transport for demanding data and imaging needs, and strengthening the hardware abstraction layer to improve portability and maintainability.
Requirements
Possess 8–12 years of progressive, hands-on experience in software engineering, with strong expertise in designing and developing enterprise-grade Java applications and services. Demonstrated experience acting as a technical lead, driving technical decisions, coordinating implementation activities, and supporting engineering teams. This role operates within a dynamic and collaborative environment, requiring a professional approach to remote work while fostering strong team communication and engagement.
Required Skills
Demonstrated expert-level proficiency in Java, including strong knowledge of core Java, multithreading, concurrency, collections, JVM concepts, and modern language features. Extensive hands-on experience with Spring Framework and Spring Boot for developing scalable enterprise applications, backend services, and APIs. Strong understanding of software architecture and design principles, including microservices, distributed systems, RESTful services, design patterns, and scalable application design.
Proven experience designing, developing, and integrating REST APIs and enterprise backend services. Extensive experience operating within public cloud environments, particularly Azure, for deploying and managing enterprise applications. Strong hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, including Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm. Deep understanding and practical application of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, deployment automation, and infrastructure-related development practices.
Expertise in designing, optimizing, and working with relational databases, such as PostgreSQL, MS SQL Server, or similar technologies, including strong knowledge of SQL and database performance. Experience with automated testing approaches, including unit, integration, and service-level testing, and integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines. Strong understanding of secure software development principles, authentication and authorization mechanisms, data protection, and application security.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to effectively interact with engineering teams, product stakeholders, external customers, and strategic partners. An in-depth understanding and practical experience within the healthcare industry, including relevant compliance, security, and software quality considerations, will be a plus.
Job Responsibilities
Lead the technical design and development of robust, scalable, secure, and maintainable Java-based enterprise applications and services. Drive the implementation of advanced Java and Spring Boot solutions, ensuring adherence to engineering best practices and high-quality coding standards. Provide technical leadership to the development team, supporting engineers in solving complex technical challenges and making effective implementation decisions.
Lead technical design discussions for new features, services, integrations, and system enhancements. Oversee the planning, technical decomposition, and delivery of complex software features within an Agile development lifecycle, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes. Define and promote appropriate software design patterns and engineering principles to ensure system scalability, reliability, performance, and maintainability.
Design and implement backend services and APIs and ensure effective integration with other applications, platforms, and external systems. Investigate complex technical problems and propose effective solutions related to application architecture, integrations, performance, reliability, security, and data management. Collaborate closely with product management, QA, DevOps, and other engineering teams to translate business and system requirements into technical solutions.
Conduct detailed code reviews and ensure compliance with established coding standards, architectural guidelines, security requirements, and engineering best practices. Drive initiatives to optimize application performance, security, maintainability, and operational reliability across the platform. Ensure comprehensive documentation of technical designs, APIs, key implementation decisions, deployment considerations, and operational procedures.
Be accountable for the technical quality and successful delivery of assigned modules and features, proactively identifying technical risks and driving their resolution.
What we offer Empowering Projects
With 500+ clients spanning diverse industries and domains, we provide an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects that leverage cutting-edge technologies. As a team, we engineer digital products that positively impact people's lives.
Empowering Growth
We foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development. Our dedication is to provide timely and comprehensive assistance for every consultant through our dedicated Learning & Development team, ensuring their continuous growth and success.
DE&I Matters
At GlobalLogic, we deeply value and embrace diversity . We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, fostering an inclusive and empowering work environment.
Career Development
Our corporate culture places a strong emphasis on career development, offering abundant opportunities for growth. Regular interactions with our teams ensure their engagement, motivation, and recognition. We empower our team members to pursue their career goals with confidence and enthusiasm.
Comprehensive Benefits
In addition to equitable compensation, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes the overall well-being of our consultants. We genuinely care about their health and strive to create a positive work environment.
Flexible Opportunities
At GlobalLogic, we prioritize work-life balance by offering flexible opportunities tailored to your lifestyle. Explore relocation and rotation options for diverse cultural and professional experiences in different countries with our company. About GlobalLogic GlobalLogic is a full-lifecycle product development services leader that combines chip-to-cloud software engineering expertise and vertical industry experience to help our customers design, build, and deliver their next-generation products and digital experiences.
We expertly integrate design, complex engineering, and agile delivery capabilities to deliver superior business outcomes for global brands in telecom, automotive, healthcare, technology, media and entertainment, manufacturing, and semiconductor industries. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, GlobalLogic unites over 25,000 designers and engineers across the globe. Analysts like NASSCOM and Zinnov have recognized us for being a top company in our field, and we are consistently nominated as a preferred company by both global HR consulting firms and local boards.
By creating an environment that is exciting and flexible, and by fostering growth through ongoing learning and development programs, we empower our consultants to achieve both their professional and personal goals. At GlobalLogic, we make amazing products — and careers.
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