Technical Lead Java

Role Summary

We are looking for experienced and forward‐thinking Technical Leads - Backend to lead the design and development of backend services for large‐scale digital banking and financial platforms.

The role requires strong expertise in system architecture and design, microservices backend engineering, and understanding of banking / financial service domains, along with the ability to lead engineering teams and communicate confidently with client stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure and high-quality backend solutions.

In today's engineering ecosystem, AI assistants are integral to the Software Development Lifecycle. Engineers, including this role, are expected to leverage AI tools for code generation, test creation, and refactoring, while focusing their expertise on architecture, system thinking, code verification, security, quality assurance, and strategic technical decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of backend engineers across multiple functional domains.
• Provide technical direction and ensure alignment with architecture standards and engineering best practices.
• Review solution designs, code quality, and implementation approaches - promoting clean architecture, resilient microservices, and AI‐enhanced development patterns.
• Guide the team in diagnosing complex technical challenges, using both traditional analysis and AI-powered debugging or observability tools.
• Support planning, estimation, and technical decision-making within the engineering team.

Backend Architecture & Development

• Design and develop backend services using Java and modern backend frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot).
• Define and implement microservices-based architecture and API-driven systems.
• Ensure backend services are scalable, secure, resilient, and maintainable.
• Drive best practices in backend development, including maintainable system design, automated testing, code quality, API governance, performance optimization and documentation.
• Work closely with DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines, incorporate intelligent automation, and ensure stable, secure deployment environments.
• Integrate AI-assisted development practices into coding, testing, documentation, code reviews, and defect prevention workflows.

Banking & Payment Domain

• Design backend systems supporting banking products and financial transaction processing.
• Build and maintain services related to payments, card processing, financial operations, and core banking functions.
• Ensure backend implementations comply with financial industry standards and security requirements.
• Collaborate with business and product teams to translate banking and financial requirements into technical solutions.
• Client Collaboration & Delivery
• Work directly with client stakeholders, architects, and product owners to understand business processes, requirements and define technical solutions.
• Challenge and clarify requirements with curiosity dig deep into the "why" behind business needs.
• Participate in architecture discussions and technical workshops with client teams.
• Communicate technical designs, trade-offs, and solutions clearly to both engineering teams and non-technical stakeholders.
• Support project delivery by ensuring technical risks are identified and mitigated early.

Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of backend development experience.
• 3+ years in a Technical Lead or senior engineering role.
• Strong experience with Java and backend frameworks (e.g. Spring Boot).
• Experience designing and implementing microservices, API-driven systems, event-driven architectures or messaging systems (e.g., Kafka), RDBMS and SQL.
• Solid experience working with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of CI/CD, version control (Git), and automated pipelines.
• Experience working in Agile delivery environments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Specific Qualifications

• Experience working in banking, fintech, or financial services environments.
• Fluent English communication.
• Familiarity with core banking, card, payment systems, or related financial systems.
• Knowledge of industry standards (e.g. PCI-DSS) or payment security practices.
• Handson exposure to AIassisted development tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, or similar).
• Ability to write effective prompts and context for AI code generation.
• Ability to assess AI-generated code, verify security vulnerabilities, validate AI-generated tests for completeness and edge case coverage.

Nice-to-Have

• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Familiarity with modern API architectures such as GraphQL or BFF patterns
• Experience working with mobile-first platforms or digital banking applications
• What Makes You Successful in This Role
• You are experienced engineer with great mindset in leading end-to-end technical delivery and problem solving, forward thinking in applying AI-assisted solutions to optimize productivity, and willingness in mentoring others.

Our client is a prominent European-based technology consultancy with over 30 years of global expertise in digital transformation. They specialize in engineering next-generation core systems and high-scale data solutions for industry leaders within the Financial Services, Insurance, and Manufacturing sectors. Operating a robust network across more than 20 countries, the firm is at the forefront of integrating advanced automation and modern engineering workflows into the software development lifecycle. With a strong commitment to technical excellence and a distributed global delivery model, they offer senior experts the chance to lead complex modernization initiatives. This is an ideal environment for those looking to influence the future of digital banking and large-scale enterprise architecture.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Global Innovation Hub: Be part of a prestigious European technology firm with a 30-year legacy, working on large-scale digital transformation projects for top-tier global financial institutions.
• Cutting-Edge Tech Stack: Engage with an AI-centric environment where you are encouraged to leverage advanced AI-assisted development tools (like GitHub Copilot and Claude Code) to redefine engineering productivity.
• Expert Collaboration: Work alongside some of the industry's brightest minds in an international setting that fosters professional growth and cultural exchange.
• Continuous Upskilling: Access specialized training programs, including professional English courses and advanced certifications in Cloud, Architecture, and emerging technologies like Smart Contracts.
• Competitive & Transparent Rewards: Enjoy a robust compensation package featuring a guaranteed 13th-month salary, performance-based bonuses, and premium health insurance for your peace of mind.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a flexible Hybrid working model and extensive annual leave, allowing you to balance professional excellence with personal well-being.
• High-Impact Projects: Direct your expertise toward modernizing next-generation core systems that power the daily lives of millions in the banking and fintech sectors.