Senior Java Technical Lead - RESTful API, Spring Boot
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Job Description
Senior Java Technical Lead - RESTful API, Spring Boot
Durham, North Carolina

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Java Developer to support the Build Phase of a production-grade Underwriting Rules Engine platform. The role involves designing, developing, and integrating Java-based microservices and APIs to enable real-time rule execution, decisioning, and enterprise system integration. The candidate will work closely with architects, rules engine specialists, and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, resilient, and high-performance solutions aligned to enterprise standards and regulatory requirements

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop Java-based microservices and REST APIs for Rules Engine platform
Implement and integrate rule execution services with enterprise systems (upstream/downstream)
Collaborate with Drools/rules team to enable rule evaluation, decisioning, and workflows
Build scalable, high-performance components aligned to low-latency decision systems
Develop and support API-driven and event-based integrations across platforms 
Participate in end-to-end SDLC including development, testing, debugging, and deployment
Ensure code quality, performance optimization, and defect resolution
Support CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and environment setup
Contribute to non-functional requirements including scalability, resiliency, and security
Prepare technical documentation and support audit & governance requirements

Skill Requirements

Mandatory Skills

Core Java / J2EE, Java 8+
Spring Boot & Microservices architecture
REST API development & web services
Strong OOP concepts & design patterns


Preferred / Good to Have

Experience with Drools / Rules Engine platforms
Understanding of rule-based decisioning systems
Exposure to insurance / underwriting domain

Other Requirements

API integration & event-driven architecture
SQL / NoSQL databases, JSON/XML
CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git)
Cloud exposure (AWS preferred), Docker/Kubernetes (nice to have)
JUnit / automated testing, Agile tools (JIRA, Confluence)
Maximum Salary (US):  151000
Minimum Salary (US):  95000
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Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 226,300 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.