INTL - Mexico - Remote Lead Software Developer (Java, Angular, R

Post Date

Jul 17, 2025

Location

Chicago,
Illinois

ZIP/Postal Code

60606
US
Sep 15, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract,Perm Possible

Category

Programmer / Developer

Req #

CHI-795748

Pay Rate

$30 - $37 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

This Lead developer must be a strategic and critical thinker; having higher degree of problem solving skills and communication. They need to be go getters and have the ability to make thoughtful decisions with very little hand holding. They will be fully engaged with Product and Business and cross functional teams to formalize the delivery of a business capability. They will have 2 developers reporting up to them as well.

This Lead Developer will be working at a global hotel chain on multiple projects that need ongoing development. This team supports 3 areas within the dev space: Group Sales, Luxury Travel program, and Corporation discount.
This will be about 70% back end development, and 30% front end. The current framework is Java Springboot (backend) across all the portfolios. The frontend is mix of Angular and React, and some of the rewrites (frontend) is happening using next.js. Expert level on Angular and React is a must, and Next.Js is more of a bonus.
Responsibilities will include:
Lead cross-functional full stack development projects at scale
Architect, design, and implement microservices, APIs, and integrations using modern frameworks
Guide dependency upgrades and security fixes (SAST scanning, Spring Boot/Node.js upgrades)
Design and optimize relational and non-relational databases using complex SQL and JSON structures
Drive backend engineering using Spring Boot, Java, JPA, Kafka messaging, and caching strategies
Build scalable frontend interfaces using React, Angular, or Next.js with collaboration from design teams
Ensure observability, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines using GitLab, Docker, Gradle, and Maven
Utilize Jira and Confluence to manage and document agile workflows and technical decisions
Prototype and deliver proof-of-concepts for new ideas and system improvements
Mentor junior engineers, lead technical discussions, and promote best coding practices
Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system issues efficiently

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Required Skills & Experience

810 years of experience leading large-scale cross-functional full stack projects
58 years of hands-on application architecture and microservices experience
58 years of expertise with databases (relational, key-value, JSON) and writing complex SQL queries
Proven experience leading major framework upgrades (e.g., Spring Boot, Node.js) and applying security remediations
Strong backend expertise in:
o Spring Boot, Java, JPA, Kafka messaging, caching, and logging
Architectural fluency in:
o Microservices, RESTful APIs, Schedulers, SSO, data streaming, Swagger, observability tools
CI/CD and deployment knowledge with:
o GitLab, Docker, Gradle, Maven
2+ years of frontend experience using:
o React, Angular, or Next.js
Collaboration with design and product teams using:
o Jira, Confluence
Critical thinker with a passion for continuous improvement
Skilled at prototyping and building proof-of-concepts
Strong debugging skills and ability to tackle complex technical challenges
Creative problem solver who considers multiple solutions
Proactive and future-orientedalways thinking ahead
Excellent communication and collaboration skills; a true team player

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Next.Js
- Docker
- Hospitality Experience (working with integrations)
- Azure

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.