Job Description

About the Role

We’re looking for a Lead Java Developer to drive the design and delivery of scalable, high-performance applications while leading and mentoring a team of engineers.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll own the full development lifecycle—from architecture and development to deployment and production support.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, mentor, and grow a team of Java developers
Design and deliver scalable applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices
Own end-to-end development lifecycle (design → build → test → deploy)
Define and enforce coding standards, architecture, and best practices
Collaborate with product, design, and business teams to translate requirements into solutions
Plan and manage sprint workloads in an Agile environment
Conduct code reviews and ensure high-quality, secure, and performant code
Troubleshoot complex production issues and ensure system stability
Partner with DevOps teams to streamline CI/CD pipelines and deployments
Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and tools

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in software development with strong Java expertise
Proven experience as a Lead or Senior Developer managing teams
Strong knowledge of Spring Boot, Microservices, and REST APIs
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and distributed systems
Solid understanding of system design, architecture patterns, and best practices
Proficiency in SQL and relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.)
Experience with Git, branching strategies, and CI/CD pipelines
Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills