TL;DR

Lead Backend Engineer (Traveltech): Driving technical direction and executing scalable backend solutions for a global mobility platform with an accent on architectural decisions, microservices best practices, and system reliability. Focus on solving complex problems, shaping scalable solutions, and mentoring engineers in a hands-on technical role.

Location: Hybrid in Łódź, Poland

Company

%hirify_global% is a leading global mobility platform, including brands like EasyPark, Flowbird, and ParkMobile, focused on transforming urban mobility and simplifying travel worldwide.

What you will do

Drive architectural decisions and define engineering best practices within your domain.
Lead major technical decisions, build technical roadmaps, and support their execution.
Mentor and guide engineers in their technical growth.
Combine strategic vision with hands-on coding and architecture responsibilities.
Communicate effectively with engineering, product, and business teams.
Participate in the on-call rotation after some time.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in backend development with strong proficiency in software engineering principles.
Solid experience with Java and Spring.
Strong knowledge of databases, including SQL, data modeling, and query optimization.
Familiarity with DevOps practices such as CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes.
Deep understanding of system design and architecture (design patterns, microservices).
Proven ability to design and implement scalable, reliable, and maintainable systems.
Previous experience working with financial systems or billing platforms.

Culture & Benefits

Opportunity to transform urban mobility and guide communities towards more livable cities.
Values-driven culture: Curious, Focused, and Together.
Foster a healthy code review culture that emphasizes constructive feedback and continuous learning.
Collaborative environment with cross-team communication.
Emphasis on proactive ownership and accountability.