Team Lead Java Engineering

At SPD Technology, we bring together a team of like-minded people who are driven by the desire to bring value through their work, united in their commitment to high performance and delivering custom, cutting-edge tech solutions that drive clients' growth. We empower our people with a culture of excellence, and enable them with the opportunity to uphold their accountability to contribute on each level. We value humanity and collaboration, encourage professional and personal growth, and foster a supportive and flexible work environment where everyone's contribution is welcomed.

We are currently seeking a Team Lead Java Engineeringto drive the development of our internal product.

About the role

As a Team Lead Java Engineer, you will take full ownership of an internal platform designed to provide essential tools for consultants at SPD Technology. The SPD Portal includes key functionalities such as:

• Time Tracking Platform - Enables employees to track their working hours and generate various reports, with Jira integration.
• Company Calendar - Displays employee statuses (vacations, holidays, sick leaves) and manages vacation balances.
• Projects and Hierarchy Management - Showcases company projects and employee roles within them.
• Career Path Module - Provides consultants with skill requirements and career growth opportunities.
• Compensation Service - Supports the merit review process.

This platform plays a crucial role in streamlining internal operations and enhancing productivity across the company.

Our Tech Stack

Java 11+, Spring Boot (MVC, JDBC, Security), PostgreSQL, Docker.

Team & Work Environment

• Team Composition: 2 Frontend Engineers, 1 Backend Engineer, 1 QA, and 1 Product Manager.
• Work Methodology: Agile (Scrum-based), including daily stand-ups, refinements, sprint planning, demos, and face-to-face meetings.
• Flexible Work Schedule: Sync meetings extend no later than 19:00 (GMT+2).

As a qualified expert, You will:

• Lead and manage the engineering team.
• Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to ensure smooth communication.
• Take full responsibility for product delivery and platform stability.
• Analyze requirements and contribute to the development of project features.
• Drive architectural and technical design decisions.
• Write and maintain high-quality code with unit and integration tests.
• Perform code reviews to ensure best practices and maintain code quality.
• Provide basic server troubleshooting when needed.

We're looking for you if you have

• Strong Computer Science fundamentals (Algorithms, Data Structures, Performance Optimization).
• 4+ years of experience in Java development.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in a Team Lead role.
• Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and writing optimized database queries.
• Proficiency in Java fundamentals, OOP, and concurrency.
• Solid understanding of design patterns and their practical application.
• Experience working with RESTful Web Services.
• Languages: Ukrainian (fluent), English (Intermediate B1+).

Bonus Points

• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS).
• Hands-on knowledge of Docker.
• Familiarity with JUnit4, JUnit5, Mockito, Spring Test, and SpringBoot Test.
• Experience working onGen AItools.
• Experience inusing Copilot, Cline, Roo, etc.

What's in it for You

Reveal great tech solutions

Join the team of experts who create custom, cutting-edge tech solutions for world-renowned businesses, fueling client growth. Unleash your potential, tackle new challenges, and be part of a team that values your skills and contributions. Focus on long-term impact and building tailored, long-lasting partnerships with our clients.

Experience an agile and flexible working environment

Enjoy the freedom of fully remote work with a flexible working schedule. Empower yourself with a stable workload and a stable income, supported by provided laptops and licensed software. We focus on lasting cooperation and unite result-oriented individuals who stand on a high-performance approach to work.

Embrace the opportunity for personal and professional growth

Benefit from performance and merit reviews, elevate your skills with personal development plans, and individual learnings through the corporate library, public speaking support, and more.

Be among like-minded people

Work with a team of one mind who cares about what they do and how they do. Collaborate with top-notch experts who are always ready to help and support you through any challenges. Join company-wide tech and cultural events, and contribute to meaningful CSR initiatives that resonate with your values. Feel supported by your HR, and take advantage of our referral bonus program.

Interview steps

1. Pre-screening with the recruiter.
2. Technical Interview
3. Final Interview with a manager.

If you're a motivated Team Lead Java Engineer ready to take ownership of an internal product, apply now and join our team at SPD Technology!