Lead Java Software Engineer

Resource Innovations
Chicago, IL

Resource Innovations is seeking  Lead Java Software Engineer  to join our growing Software As A Service (SaaS) team. As a hands-on technical lead at Resource Innovations, you will be instrumental in the design, development and deployment of innovative cloud-based enterprise software used by leading Energy organizations. This position will work on wide range of SaaS products that fundamentally changes how utilities manage business processes and customer initiatives for energy efficiency, renewable energy, demands response and conservation. We are looking for candidates who want to work on things that make an impact on the world and are passionate about product craftsmanship.

This is remote position requiring occasional in-person office meetings for candidates residing in one of the following metro areas San Francisco CA, Chicago IL, Phoenix AZ, Denver CO, or Madison WI. 

We require candidates to currently reside in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not offering visa sponsorship or extensions for this position. 

Resource Innovations (RI) is a  women-led  energy transformation firm  focused on impact . Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we're constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we're leading the charge to power change.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Application Development: Lead and participate in the full software development life cycle of cloud-based enterprise applications, including design, development, testing, implementation, and support in a fast-paced, distributed environment.
  • Technical Design & Architecture: Design and develop cloud-native applications using Java, Spring Boot , and related frameworks. Work with REST/SOAP web services , API Gateways , and RDBMS to build scalable , high-performance systems. Ensure software designs meet performance, security, usability, reliability, and scalability requirements.
  • Code Quality & Review: Develop clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices and design patterns. Conduct code reviews , provide feedback, and contribute to continuous improvement in development standards.
  • Troubleshooting & Optimization: Identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues; optimize applications for performance and scalability.
  • Collaboration & Process: Collaborate cross-functionally with QA, DevOps, Product, and Business teams using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Jira, Confluence, Git)to deliver quality software solutions on time.
  • Continuous Improvement: Research, analyze, and recommend emerging tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance development efficiency and solution quality.

Education:  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience: 8+ years of software development experience building high-performance, reliable, and scalable enterprise applications.

Technical Skills:

  • Languages & Frameworks:  Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, Maven, JMS
  • Databases:  MySQL, SQL, familiarity with NoSQL (MongoDB, DynamoDB preferred)
  • Integration & Data:  Apache Camel, JSON, XML, ETL tools (Pentaho, Stitch)
  • Testing:  JUnit, TestNG, Mockito
  • Cloud & DevOps:  AWS services, Linux, CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes preferred)
  • Architecture:  Microservices design and implementation experience 

Soft Skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with critical thinking skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, distributed environment
  • Collaborative mindset with attention to quality and maintainability
  • Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment.

Preferred Experience:

  • Web Technologies: JavaScript, HTML, CSS; Angular experience a plus
  • Exposure to NoSQL databases (MongoDB, DynamoDB)
  • Knowledge of the Energy industry and related software systems

About Resource Innovations

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact . Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we’re constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we’re leading the charge to power change.

Resource Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Resource Innovations complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company does work.

Compensation & Benefits

Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on a candidate's skills, experience and qualifications for the position. The compensation range for the base salary for this position is $135,000 - $160,000. In addition to base pay, employees are eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. The stated salary represents the expected compensation for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, education and location.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes three weeks of paid vacation per year; paid holidays; a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer matching; health, dental and vision insurance; and other supplemental benefits.

Employment with Resource Innovations is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check and reference check. If applicable to the position, a pre-employment drug screen may also be required.

The above job description and job requirements are not intended to be all inclusive. Resource Innovations retains the right to make changes or adjustments to job descriptions and/or job requirements at any time without notice.

Posted 2026-05-22

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