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JSR Tech Consulting · 1 hour ago

Java Technical Lead

Newark, NJ

Contract

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

$85/hr - $85/hr

JSR Tech Consulting is a leading financial institution seeking a Tech Lead to join their Retirement Strategies Institutional team. The role involves developing high-impact platforms and applications while mentoring team members and driving agile practices.

Information ServicesInformation Technology

Hiring Manager

Tom Irtis

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain scalable applications using modern frameworks and design principles

Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code aligned with industry best practices

Lead technical problem-solving and remove roadblocks across the team

Collaborate with product and tech teams to understand requirements and architect robust solutions

Write and execute unit, integration, and automation tests to ensure code quality

Stay current on emerging technologies and coach team members on implementation

Evaluate complex problems using data and engineering expertise to recommend scalable solutions

Work hands-on with technologies including Python, Java, JavaScript, React, Spring Boot, Node.js

Qualification

JavaPythonJavaScriptReactSpring BootNode.jsAgile methodologiesTest-Driven DevelopmentDevOps ToolsAWS core servicesLeadershipCommunicationProblem-solvingContinuous learning

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Experience with agile methodologies and Test-Driven Development (TDD)

Strong coaching and leadership abilities in a cross-functional team environment

Deep understanding of business processes and ability to translate them into technical solutions

Excellent communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills

Self-starter mindset with a continuous learning orientation

Advanced experience in several of the following areas: Programming Languages: Python, Java, JavaScript, C#

Advanced experience in several of the following areas: Frameworks: React, Spring Boot, Node.js, Flask, Django

Advanced experience in several of the following areas: Data: NoSQL and relational databases (e.g., MySQL), data structures, and data streaming tools (e.g., SQS, Kinesis)

Advanced experience in several of the following areas: API Development & Integration: REST, SOAP, JSON, XML, Kong, Apigee

Advanced experience in several of the following areas: Security: DevSecOps, secure coding, SSL, JWT, SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect

Advanced experience in several of the following areas: Testing & Automation: Unit, interface, and functional testing, accessibility awareness

Advanced experience in several of the following areas: DevOps Tools: GitHub, Bitbucket, Jenkins, branching strategies

Advanced experience in several of the following areas: SDLC Practices: Monitoring, logging, deployment

Advanced experience in several of the following areas: Cloud: AWS core services (compute, storage, IAM, analytics)

Preferred

Proven experience in Domain-Driven Development (DDD)

Strong background in AWS cloud-native solution development

Experience in application ownership and architecture

Prior roles in people leadership and team mentorship

Financial/insurance industry experience is required

Familiarity with agentic frameworks and AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code and GitHub Copilot

Company

JSR Tech Consulting

JSR Tech Consulting provides contract consulting services for business and technology leaders in financial services.

Founded in 2015

Cranford, New Jersey, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.jsrtechconsulting.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Leadership Team

Susan Riordan Flynn

President and CEO

Eric Lauck

Client Partner

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