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NDC

Lead Java Developer

Auburn Hills, MI

Contract to Hire (Only open to CITIZENS / GREEN CARD / TN VISA HOLDERS) Qualifications * 5-10 years' experience of quality software development * Strong aptitude for learning new technologies ...

360 IT Professionals

Java Technical Lead

Dearborn, MI · On-site

Must know Python, MongoDB, Java Script, Jquery, CSS, Web/REST services, XML and Google Analytics experience. * LESS, Omniture, Jinga, NGINX, Gunicorn, Memcache and UI development tools exp is nice to ...

TekWissen

Java Developer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$51.75 - $67/hr

Lansing, MI Duration : 10+months Only w2 Candidate This is a lead java developer position. The developer will be working on Michigan Liquor Control Commission's (MLCC) Sales, Inventory, Purchasing ...

Refulgent Technologies Inc.

Java/React Developer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$51.75 - $67/hr

Java/React Developer Location: Lansing, MI ( Hybrid) As a software developer, responsibilities ... This role performs a variety of complex tasks and may report directly to a project lead or manager.

Xoriant

Sr. Java Architect

Lansing, MI · On-site

$80/hr

... SOA) to lead the SIGMA, JobNet, TAMC, PPMS, MiLogin interface project design, development and ... Java/JEE, JSP, Servlet, Spring Framework, Hibernate framework, JQuery, JavaScript, AJAX, XML, HTML ...

Judge Group, Inc.

Java Developer - Junior

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$40 - $44/hr

Our client is currently seeking a Java Developer - Junior Location : Ann Arbor, MI ((Hybrid: 4 days ... Lead system design and specification development, program logic and flow-charting, testing ...

Xoriant

Sr. Java Architect

Lansing, MI · On-site

$80/hr

... SOA) to lead the SIGMA, JobNet, TAMC, PPMS, MiLogin interface project design, development and ... Java/JEE, JSP, Servlet, Spring Framework, Hibernate framework, JQuery, JavaScript, AJAX, XML, HTML ...

IO Datasphere

Java / React Developer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$83 - $124/hr

Description: Our client is seeking a Java/React Developer to collaborate the project manager ... Performs a variety of complex tasks and may report directly to a project lead or manager. * Works ...

IO Datasphere

Java / React Developer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$51.75 - $67/hr

Performs a variety of complex tasks and may report directly to a project lead or manager. * Works ... using current Java and development tools such as Eclipse/JBoss Developer Studio * 4 years ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for java lead in Michigan is $56.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.11 and $62.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Java lead?

Java Leads are experienced software professionals responsible for leading teams in the design, development, and implementation of Java-based applications. They oversee the technical aspects of projects, guide junior developers, ensure coding standards are met, and coordinate with other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions. Java Leads also play a key role in architectural decisions and help resolve complex technical challenges within a project.

How does a Java lead balance hands-on coding responsibilities with team leadership and project management tasks?

As a Java Lead, you will often split your time between writing code and overseeing the technical direction of your team. While you remain actively involved in architecting solutions, conducting code reviews, and solving complex technical problems, you also coordinate project deliverables, mentor junior developers, and facilitate communication between stakeholders. Balancing these responsibilities requires strong time management skills and the ability to delegate tasks effectively, ensuring project progress while supporting team growth and maintaining code quality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Java lead, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Java Lead, you need advanced proficiency in Java programming, strong understanding of software architecture, and a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with frameworks like Spring, build tools such as Maven or Gradle, and experience with version control systems like Git are typically required, along with relevant certifications like Oracle Certified Professional Java Programmer. Leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities are essential soft skills for mentoring teams and managing projects. These skills ensure the successful delivery of robust, scalable applications and foster high-performing development teams.

Are Java Lead jobs still in demand?

Java Lead jobs remain in demand due to the continued use of Java in enterprise applications, backend systems, and Android development. Employers seek professionals with strong leadership, expertise in Java frameworks like Spring, and experience with cloud environments, ensuring ongoing opportunities for qualified candidates.

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Infographic showing various Java Lead job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,783 per year, or $56.1 per hour.

Lead Java Developer

Texas State Library and Archives Commision

Lansing, MI • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Role: Lead Java Developer
Duration: 12+ Months, Extension likely
Location: Lansing, MI (Hybrid Role)
Interview Mode: In-person (at client location)
***12+ years of Experience is Required***
The position is responsible for providing ongoing maintenance and support of complex Java applications and developing enhancements to MIHP, and MCIR - EDHI application supported within our department. MIHP exits to provides support to promote healthy pregnancies, good birth outcomes, and healthy infants. EHDI program in Michigan exists to help identify children with hearing loss. Changes are being made to enhance the stability and functionality of these systems. The resource is integral to developing and maintaining the applications, automated processes, streamlining critical business processes, data integrity, SEM/SUITE compliance, and securing the applications. The resource also performs as a technical lead and provides technical guidance to the other developers in the department. As a technical lead, the resource participates in a variety of analytical assignments that provide for the enhancement, integration, maintenance, and implementation of projects. The resource also provides technical oversight to developers in the team that support other critical applications . Not having a resource on staff will lead to MDHSS manually documenting and developing screen plans that can lead to errors causing data integrity issues and can eventually lead to incorrect information being processed and reporting of the patient information.
Write well-designed, testable code using spring MVC, Hibernate framework for entity object mapping, JQuery/HTML5, JavaScript, HTML, XML, Angular
• Develop business application components using Object Oriented java/JEE technologies, design principles .
• Design and develop RESTful Web Services using Spring Web MVC framework.
• Design, Develop and maintain applications using Apache Struts framework.
• Ability to implement design patterns like Intercepting Filter, Front Controller, Session Façade, DAO, Singleton, and Service Locator
• Execute full software development life cycle (SDLC) including experience in gathering requirements and writing functional/technical specifications for complex projects.
• Excellent knowledge in designing both logical and physical database model
• Develop database objects including stored procedures, functions,
• Troubleshoots issues using SQL, PL/SQL scripts and tuning SQL queries and scripts
• Hands on experience Integrating software components into a fully functional software system
• Extensive knowledge on source control tools such as GIT
• Experience on Build Frameworks like Maven, maintain source code using source control, and baseline software versions and build war files for deployments
• Experience developing with application servers Apache Tomcat, JBOSS, Web Sphere, OpenShift Container
• Develop software design documents and work with stakeholders for review and approval.
• Experience developing, prototypes, mockup for users review and approval.
• Exposure to flowcharts, screen layouts and documentation to ensure logical flow of the system requirements
• Experience working on large agile projects.
• Experience with Java 8, SOAP Web-Services and Java Messaging Service (JMS) API.
• Experience with Spring Boot Projects, Spring Data, Spring Batch, Spring Security frameworks.
• Good to have knowledge of Apache Kafka, Apache Spark and ActiveMQ broker.
• Experience in Database Design in Oracle and SQL server.
• Experience in modern architecture things like micro services, security, cloud, and containerization
• Experience or Knowledge on creating CI/CD pipelines using Azure Devops
Skills
Required
Candidate years of experience
12+ years developing complex computer systems using Java.
12+
12+ years developing complex computer systems using java IDEs such as Eclipse, STS
12+
8+ years programming using Java JEE Struts Framework
8+
12+ years programming in SQL and/or PL/SQL.
12+
8+ years programming using Java JEE Spring/Spring Boot Framework 3.0.
8+
8+ years of development using Hibernate/JPA framework.
8+
5+ years in projects development using Angular/React JS, JavaScript framework.
5+
Over 5+ years programming in the JBOSS Enterprise SOA environment including JBOSS Workflow .
5+
Over 5+ years using CMM/CMMI Level 3 methods and practices.
5+
Over 5+ years implemented agile development processes including test driven development.
5+
Over 3+ years' Experience or Knowledge on creating CI/CD pipelines using Azure Devops- Nice to have
3+

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