Java Lead with Azure Cloud and AKS

Role : Java Lead with Azure Cloud

Location : Mt Laurel, NJ / Cherry Hill, NJ (3 to 4 days a week in office)

Job Type : Contract

Skill Metrics : Azure AKS

Kafka

Azure

Docker

Java

Microservices

Spring Boot

Required :

10+ years of experience in backend development using Java / J2EE.

Strong proficiency in Java 8+, Java 17, Spring Boot, Kafka and Microservices architecture.

Hands-on experience with Azure Cloud services, including AKS, App Services, Functions, and Storage.

Experience with Oracle, SQL Server, and / or NoSQL databases.

Proficiency in Docker and container orchestration on Azure.

Solid experience with Terraform for infrastructure automation on Azure.

Strong understanding of API design patterns, orchestration, and cloud-native development.

Familiarity with CI / CD tools and DevOps practices.

Job Description / Responsibilities :

We are seeking a highly experienced Java / Azure Cloud, Lead with over 10 years of expertise in backend development and cloud-native architecture.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Java (Java 8+, Java 17), Spring Boot, Microservices, Kafka and cloud platforms (Azure).

This role requires leadership in designing scalable systems, managing containerized deployments, and implementing infrastructure as code using Azure Terraform.

Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade backend applications using Java 8+ / Java 17, Spring Boot, and Microservices.

Architect and implement cloud-native solutions on Microsoft Azure, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.

Design and optimize data access layers using Oracle, SQL Server, and / or NoSQL databases.

Manage containerized applications using Docker and orchestrate deployments on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).

Implement and maintain infrastructure using Terraform for Azure resources.

Define and enforce best practices for API design, microservices orchestration, and CI / CD pipelines.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, QA, and Product to deliver high-quality solutions.