Senior Software Developer/Team Lead (Java)

TL;DR

Senior Software Developer/Team Lead (Java): Building and optimizing secure, scalable, and impactful enterprise systems with an accent on system architecture, technical leadership, and continuous improvement. Focus on guiding cross-functional teams, shaping architecture for regulated environments, and mentoring developers.

Location: Remote from Ukraine or other European countries

Company

hirify.global is a software development company focused on building solutions across diverse domains and technologies.

What you will do

• Lead a cross-functional team of 2–7 engineers, fostering ownership, quality, and collaboration.
• Stay hands-on with code while guiding technical decisions and system architecture evolution.
• Design, review, and evolve system architecture with a focus on scalability, performance, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with Product Owner, Business Analysts, DevOps, and other delivery teams.
• Mentor developers, conduct regular code and technical reviews, and support individual growth.
• Manage the full development lifecycle, including sprint planning, estimation, and delivery tracking.

Requirements

• 6+ years of commercial software development experience.
• 1–3 years in a Team Lead or Technical Lead role, or readiness to step into leadership.
• Strong expertise in Java and at least one modern JavaScript framework (React, Angular, Vue).
• Solid understanding of software architecture patterns (microservices, event-driven systems).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerized environments.
• Background in building enterprise, FinTech, or other complex distributed systems.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical decisions and mentor others.
• At least an Upper-Intermediate level of English.

Nice to have

• Experience in regulated or security-sensitive environments.
• Exposure to GovTech or FinTech domains.
• Familiarity with AI or data analytics integrations in enterprise systems.
• Motivation to grow beyond the current role and influence technical direction.

Culture & Benefits

• Diversity of Domains & Businesses and variety of technology.
• Health & Legal support.
• Active professional community and continuous education.
• Flexible schedule and remote work options.
• Outstanding offices (if chosen).
• Sports and community activities.