Lead Java Developer

Role Overview Grid Dynamics is hiring an experienced Lead Java Developer to join its growing engineering team in Chennai. This is a full-time, mid-senior level opportunity suited for professionals who bring strong expertise in Java backend development combined with hands-on experience building modern React-based frontend applications. The ideal candidate will play a key role in architecting and delivering scalable enterprise-grade solutions for Fortune 1000 clients. Key Responsibilities - Design, develop, and maintain high-performance web applications using Java and React - Build and manage robust RESTful APIs and microservices-based architectures - Develop responsive, intuitive frontend interfaces using React.js - Collaborate with product managers, solution architects, and QA engineers across the full software development lifecycle - Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code aligned with industry best practices and coding standards - Participate actively in code reviews, design discussions, and technical problem-solving sessions - Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security - Work within CI/CD pipelines and support DevOps-driven deployment practices Required Qualifications - Minimum 9 years of total software development experience - Strong proficiency in Core Java and Java EE frameworks - Hands-on experience with React.js for frontend development - Solid understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design - Experience with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices - Ability to join within a 15-day notice period - Based in or willing to work from Chennai Why Join Us Grid Dynamics is a Nasdaq-listed, digital-native technology services company headquartered in Silicon Valley with a strong presence across the US, UK, Netherlands, Mexico, India, and Europe. Joining Grid Dynamics means working on transformative projects for global Fortune 1000 clients in areas such as AI, cloud migration, big data, and omnichannel experience.

- 9 or more years of experience in software development - Strong expertise in Java backend development - Proficiency in React.js for frontend development - Experience designing and building RESTful APIs - Hands-on knowledge of microservices architecture - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices - Ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code - Strong collaboration and communication skills - Maximum 15-day notice period

- Opportunity to work with Fortune 1000 global clients - Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in AI, cloud, and big data - Collaborative and agile work culture - Part of a globally recognised Nasdaq-listed technology company