Lead Software Engineer @ Quest Diagnostics

We are seeking a LEad Software Engineer specializing in Java and Spring frameworks. The successful candidate will develop and maintain Java-based applications, manage Gitlab CI/CD pipelines, handle AWS (EKS) deployments, perform code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and devise architectural designs for smaller features.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and optimize applications using Java and Spring.
• Design, implement, and manage continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines via Gitlab.
• Ensure the reliability, performance, and scalability of our systems.
• Conduct code reviews to uphold high standards of code quality and best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering skills development and adherence to industry best practices.
• Design technical specifications and develop smaller features independently.
• Proactively monitor system health, identifying and addressing issues.
• Participate in on-call rotations to provide critical support for production environments.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in software development with Java and Spring.
• In-depth experience with Gitlab for CI/CD pipeline management.
• Practical knowledge of EKS, Redis, and container orchestration.
• Strong understanding of data networking.
• Demonstrated capability to diagnose and resolve complex issues across development, test, and production settings.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities with proactive approach.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Expertise in Gitlab for version control.
• Track record of mentoring team members and contributing to feature design.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with Postgres databases.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with React for front-end development.
• Background in healthcare technology.
• Familiarity with AWS cloud infrastructure and services.
• Certifications in Java, Kubernetes, or related technologies.
• Experience with monitoring and analysis tools such as Dynatrace, Splunk, and SonarQube.