Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Prohires, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! Job Title: Java Lead / Java Architect **Location:** Iowa (Onsite) Need 15+ years of Experienced Candidates. **Job Summary** We are looking for an experienced Java Lead / Java Architect to design, develop, and lead enterprise-level Java applications. The role involves hands-on development, technical leadership, and architecture design to support scalable and high-performance systems. < data-start="552" data-end="579">Key Responsibilities - Lead the design and development of Java-based applications - Define application architecture and technical standards - Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams - Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to gather requirements - Ensure best practices in coding, security, and performance - Review code and ensure quality, scalability, and maintainability - Support application deployment and production issues < data-start="1040" data-end="1079">Required Skills & Qualifications - 10+ years of experience in Java/J2EE development - Strong experience with Spring, Spring Boot, and REST APIs - Solid understanding of microservices architecture - Experience with databases (Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL) - Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) - Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices - Strong problem-solving and communication skills < data-start="1478" data-end="1509">Preferred Qualifications - Prior experience as a Java Lead or Architect - Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) - Knowledge of messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ) - Agile/Scrum experience < data-start="1698" data-end="1714">Education - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)