Engineering Lead/Manager - Java/Spring Boot

We are looking for a Senior Java Spring Boot Lead / Manager to lead the development and maintenance of backend applications.

This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying high-quality software solutions using Java and Spring Boot, while also mentoring junior developers.

You'll play a critical role in ensuring that our systems are highly scalable, performant, and secure.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Development :

• Architect, design, and develop complex, scalable, and maintainable backend applications using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies.
• Implement RESTful APIs and microservices with a focus on performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code while adhering to industry best practices and coding standards.

Collaboration & Leadership :

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers, product managers, and QA engineers, to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance to help them grow and improve their skills.
• Conduct code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring high-quality code.

Problem Solving & Innovation :

• Identify performance bottlenecks and other technical challenges, and propose innovative solutions.
• Continuously improve application architecture, design, and performance.

Testing & Deployment :

• Ensure proper unit and integration testing to guarantee software reliability and maintainability.
• Assist in deploying applications in a CI/CD pipeline, ensuring smooth releases and minimal downtime.

Security & Compliance :

• Implement best practices for security, data privacy, and compliance within the backend systems.
• Keep abreast of the latest security trends and technology improvements.

Documentation & Reporting :

• Produce clear, comprehensive documentation for code, application architecture, and systems for internal and external stakeholders.

Required Skills & Qualifications:Education & Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5 years of professional experience in Java development, with a focus on Spring Boot.
• Proven experience working with microservices architecture and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Java, with solid knowledge of Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, and Spring Data.
• Hands-on experience with building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), and cloud-native technologies.
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, version control tools (e.g, Git), and build automation tools (e.g, Maven, Gradle).
• Familiarity with message brokers (e.g, RabbitMQ, Kafka) is a plus.

Additional Skills

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a deep understanding of system design principles.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.