Java Lead Software Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

We’re looking for a Backend Engineer who wants to change the world. If you like to work at a steady pace with no surprises, keep scrolling. If you want your work to change the global financial landscape, you might be just who we’re looking for. We have a minimalist approach to using external frameworks, with an emphasis on maintainability and fast turnaround with TDD, DDD, and Continuous Integration & Delivery.

Our technology stack:

• Java 17, Kotlin
• SparkJava, Javalin
• GCP, Kubernetes, Grafana, Prometheus, NewRelic
• PostgreSQL, Redis
• JOOQ, Flyway
• RSocket
  

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and mentoring backend engineers, providing guidance and direction on best practices and technical decisions
• Participating in performance reviews and building growth plans for engineers
• Designing, documenting, and implementing solutions using Domain-Driven Design, CQRS/ES, and event-driven architecture patterns on a global scale
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve engineering processes and raising the bar on quality and efficiency
• Building mobile APIs and developing microservices to evolve our architecture
• Perfecting systems that our business depends on, like risk management, fraud detection, payment processing, etc.
• Focusing on greenfield development and improvement of existing systems
  

What You'll Need

• Fluency with Java
• 8+ years of experience in backend development
• A bachelor's degree (or above) in computer science, maths, physics, or a similar area of study
• A proven track record of contributing to process improvements, as well as mentoring and training team members
• Expertise in Domain-Driven Design principles, practices, and patterns
• Experience with scalable distributed systems
• Knowledge of different architectural patterns
• Knowledge of DevOps principles and practices
• To be a quick learner with an ambitious attitude and results-driven personality
• The ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Fluency in English
  

Nice to have

• Experience with Kotlin or Scala
• Experience in finance
• Experience in a start-up or scale-up
• Experience in a product-focused environment

Desired candidate profile

• Proficiency in Programming Languages: Strong knowledge of Java and Kotlin, the primary languages for Android development.

• Android SDK: Familiarity with the Android Software Development Kit (SDK) and its components.

• UI/UX Design Principles: Understanding of material design and user experience best practices to create intuitive interfaces.

• Version Control: Proficient with Git for version control and collaboration within development teams.

• RESTful APIs: Experience in integrating and working with RESTful APIs for data exchange between the app and server.

• Database Management: Knowledge of local databases (like SQLite) and cloud storage options (like Firebase).

• Debugging and Testing: Skills in debugging applications and writing unit tests to ensure code quality and performance.

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and optimize application performance.

• Knowledge of Android Architecture Components: Familiarity with components like LiveData, ViewModel, and Room for efficient app design.

• Cross-Platform Development: Understanding of tools like Flutter or React Native can be a plus for developing cross-platform applications.

• Agile Methodologies: Experience with agile development practices, such as Scrum or Kanban, for collaborative software development.