Lead Java Engineer

Don't miss the opportunity to be part of something new - we are building a brand new team within a large-scale international integration project. We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer with strong Java and Spring Boot expertise to help shape the technical direction of the project from day one. You will be joining a project where modern micro services and REST API integrations are at the core - working on an orchestration layer that connects multiple enterprise systems across a global network. If you enjoy complex backend challenges and want to lead a team while staying hands-on with code, this is the role for you. What will you do? Lead the architecture, design and development of Java/Spring Boot based microservices and integration components Drive the standardization and development of REST API contracts across multiple systems Work closely with Business Analysts and cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical solutions Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers on the team Conduct code reviews and enforce best practices in code quality and reliability Utilize CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins) for continuous delivery Deploy and maintain applications on cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS) Contribute to data mapping and comparative analysis between legacy and modern API responses Work within an Agile/Scrum framework Employee perks, benefits 6 extra days off: 3x localhost days and 3x sick days Referral bonus Benefit plus budget Financial contribution to Pension plan Multisport Card Education support (certificates, courses, trainings) Physiotherapist sessions once a week in the office Bonuses at every smashing life events Flexible working arrangements Transparent approach and communication Supporting your ideas Requirements for the employee‍Language skills: English - Upper intermediate (B2)Number of years of experience in the position/sector: 8Personality requirements and skills Basic Qualifications 8+ years of experience in Java development Previous experience in a tech lead or leadership role Strong hands-on experience with Spring Boot and Spring ecosystem (Spring Cloud, Spring Integration) Proven experience in designing and building RESTful APIs Experience with microservices architecture and event-driven patterns Familiarity with API tools such as Swagger, Postman Experience with relational and NoSQL databases Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools and cloud platforms (Azure preferred) English at B2 level or higher Excellent communication and interpersonal skills