Backend Software Engineering Team Lead (Java)

TL;DR

Backend Software Engineering Team Lead (Java): Leading a development team in the EU region to build and maintain scalable microservices with an accent on high-performance backend architecture and system reliability. Focus on mentoring engineers, driving technical excellence, and managing the full software development lifecycle for complex distributed systems.

Location: Must be based in Europe

Company

hirify.global is a remote-first technology company focused on sustainable software development.

What you will do

• Lead and mentor a talented development team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Provide technical leadership and ensure best practices in software development and architecture.
• Participate in high-level design decisions for complex software systems.
• Drive the development lifecycle from requirements gathering to deployment.
• Conduct regular code reviews and manage team performance and career development.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes and tools.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in software development with a focus on backend technologies.
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership role including mentoring and performance management.
• Strong expertise in software architecture and designing scalable, reliable systems.
• Hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and REST APIs.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Must be based in the EU region.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary with quarterly performance-based bonuses.
• 28 days of paid annual leave.
• Flexible working hours with core hours from 10am to 3pm local time.
• Top-of-the-line equipment provided.
• Annual company retreats for internal networking.
• Referral and flash bonus programs.

Hiring process

• Remote video screening with the Talent Acquisition Team.
• Offline take-home assignment.
• Remote video interview with team members (60 minutes).
• Final discussion with the hiring manager (60 minutes).