Java Lead developers

We are looking for Java Lead developers/architects. The candidate will participate in all aspects of the SDLC lifecycle including solution design, implementation, and deployment. This hands-on technical role requires strong object-oriented and system design skills, Web application architecture, Web services and XML transformation. Experience with one or more Business Rules development platforms. Develop architecture of new application features/functionalities as well as design of the change requests implementations and the technical integrity of solutions. Implement IT standards, discuss high-level design options and solutions with enterprise architects and formulate concepts for the developers. Develop proofs of concept for new solutions and technologies as well as recommendations for changes to improve system performance and throughput and lower maintenance cost. Position Responsibilities Design, implement and test software applications using a variety of technologies, including, but not limited to: Web Services, SOA, REST API, Axis, OOD and design patterns; develop web application using Java frameworks (Spring, Hibernate, Struts, JSF); Oracle/NoSql database, JavaScript/AJAX, HTML, and scripting languages. Use analytic skills to interpret complex information and adapt; participate with the Enterprise Architecture team to evaluate solution design and also collaborate and provide feedback to the product development team; participate in projects with other IT professionals, deliver quality applications and components within scope, on time, and within budget; Participate in business continuous improvement efforts outside of the customer focused teams; and provide guidance and direction to distributed teams, including onshore and offshore resources. Support Customer Support and Business teams when there are issues in production environment. Continuous Integration - J2EE deployment using Ant, Maven, Jenkins and any new technologies in this arena. Responsible for creating and maintaining all technical artifacts on the Platform. Provide technical guidance to onshore/offshore development teams Expectations from this role:Act creatively to develop applications and select appropriate technical options, optimizing application development, maintenance and performance by employing design patterns and reusing proven solutions, account for others' developmental activities1. Interpret the application/feature/component design to develop the same in accordance with specifications.2. Code, debug, test, document and communicate product/component/feature development stages.3. Validate results with user representatives; integrates and commissions the overall solution4. Select appropriate technical options for development such as reusing, improving or reconfiguration of existing components or creating own solutions5. Optimises efficiency, cost and quality.6. Influence and improve customer satisfaction7. Set FAST goals for self/teamTypical performance measures:1. Adherence to engineering process and standards (coding standards)2. Adherence to project schedule / timelines3. Number of technical issues uncovered during the execution of the project4. Number of defects in the code5. Number of defects post delivery6. Number of non compliance issues7. On time completion of mandatory compliance trainingsPerformance Areas:Code as per designFollow coding standards, templates and checklistsReview code for team and peersDocumentation:Create/review templates, checklists, guidelines, standards for design/process/developmentCreate/review deliverable documents. Design documentation, r and requirements, test cases/resultsConfigure:Define and govern configuration management planEnsure compliance from the teamTest:Review and create unit test cases, scenarios and executionReview test plan created by testing teamProvide clarifications to the testing teamDomain relevance:Advise Software Developers on design and development of features and components with a deep understanding of the business problem being addressed for the client.Learn more about the customer domain identifying opportunities to provide valuable addition to customersComplete relevant domain certificationsManage Project:Manage delivery of modules and/or manage user storiesManage Defects:Perform defect RCA and mitigationIdentify defect trends and take proactive measures to improve qualityEstimate:Create and provide input for effort estimation for projectsManage knowledge:Consume and contribute to project related documents, share point, libraries and client universitiesReview the reusable documents created by the teamRelease:Execute and monitor release processDesign:Contribute to creation of design (HLD, LLD, SAD)/architecture for Applications/Features/Business Components/Data ModelsInterface with Customer:Clarify requirements and provide guidance to development teamPresent design options to customersConduct product demosManage Team:Set FAST goals and provide feedbackUnderstand aspirations of team members and provide guidance, opportunities, etcEnsure team is engaged in projectCertifications:Take relevant domain/technology certificationSkill Examples:1. Explain and communicate the design / development to the customer2. Perform and evaluate test results against product specifications3. Break down complex problems into logical components4. Develop user interfaces, business software components5. Use data models6. Estimate time and effort required for developing / debugging features / components7. Perform and evaluate test in the customer or target environment8. Make quick decisions on technical/project related challenges9. Manage a Team,10. Maintain high motivation levels and positive dynamics in the team.11. Interface with other teams, designers, and other parallel practices12. Set goals for self and team. Provide feedback to team members13. Create and articulate impactful technical presentations14. Follow high level of business etiquette in emails and other business communication15. Drive conference calls with customers addressing customer questions16. Proactively ask for and offer help17. Ability to work under pressure, determine dependencies, risks, facilitate planning; handling multiple tasks.18. Build confidence with customers by meeting the deliverables on time with quality.19. Estimate time and effort, resources required for developing / debugging features / components20. Make on appropriate utilization of Software / Hardwares.21. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesKnowledge Examples:1. Appropriate software programs / modules2. Functional and technical designing3. Programming languages proficient in multiple skill clusters4. DBMS5. Operating Systems and software platforms6. Software Development Life Cycle7. Agile Scrum or Kanban Methods8. Integrated development environment (IDE)9. Rapid application development (RAD)10. Modelling technology and languages11. Interface definition languages (IDL)12. Knowledge of customer domain and deep understanding of sub domain where problem is solved