Kforce has a client in need of a Lead Java Engineer in Smithfield, RI. Responsibilities: * Lead Java Engineer will assist in coordinating multiple development work streams through integration and ensure architecture is scalable and extensible * Define, maintain, and support Java development environment and best practices, such as Maven, Sonar, and other Open-Source tools * Assist in identification, isolation, resolution, and communication of problems within the production and nonproduction environment and perform troubleshooting * Deliver API Platform capabilities using open-source Envoy, Microgateway, JWT, Key Management, External Identity Mapping, Datadog, Security and more * API design using SwaggerHub to Build, Collaborate & Integrate APIs * As a Lead Java Engineer, you will create API common framework * Migration of existing APIs to Kubernetes/Azure * Perform code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing using Open-Source frameworks * Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives * Driving new API products available in the marketplace * Consumer adoption of new API products * Decommissioning legacy assets in line with enterprise goals and objectives