The Role
Lead a software squad building Java and Spring Boot backend services with Angular frontend applications. Design domain-driven architectures, bounded contexts, RESTful APIs, and scalable integrations while maintaining engineering standards. Mentor junior developers, guide technical decisions, support agile delivery, and refactor legacy database-centric structures. Work with Kafka, relational databases, JPA/Hibernate, and potentially cloud, containerization, and CI/CD technologies.
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AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Tech Lead to guide a squad building backend services in Java and Spring Boot, with an Angular frontend. This person balances hands-on architecture work, including domain-driven design and RESTful API patterns, with day-to-day mentorship of the team. The role calls for someone comfortable making technical calls and standing behind them.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Act as the Squad Lead, driving the team to execute on deliverables while maintaining high engineering standards.
- Spend a significant portion of your time designing and implementing robust backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
- Build and maintain the supporting Angular frontend, ensuring a seamless connection between the UI and your backend logic.
- Lead the transition from traditional database-centric designs toward a domain-driven structure (DDD), ensuring strong domain bounded contexts.
- Architect RESTful APIs that prioritize proper HTTP verbs and clean, scalable patterns over legacy RPC styles.
- Utilize a strong understanding of agile and software development practices to motivate the team, engage junior developers, mentor them, and help them grow.
- Demonstrate the ability to confidently push back and say 'no' to power (be it AI or human) when advocating for best practices and architectural integrity.
MUST HAVES
- Proven experience as a Tech Lead or Squad Lead, with a track record of motivating teams and mentoring junior developers.
- Advanced proficiency in Java (Spring Boot) and a solid working knowledge of Angular, with at least 4 years of experience.
- Hands-on experience with Kafka.
- A strong grasp of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOA/OOD), software design patterns, and architectural pattern awareness.
- Deep understanding and practical experience with strong domain bounded contexts.
- Deep experience building and consuming RESTful services with a clear understanding of standard API protocols.
- Experience working with relational databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle) and JPA/Hibernate.
- A passion for server-side logic, performance, and architecture, coupled with good engineering practices.
- Upper-intermediate English level.
NICE TO HAVES
- Experience working with spec-driven development or related (AI-Driven Software Development Life Cycle).
- Previous experience in the Loyalty or Fintech sectors.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS or Azure) and containerization (Docker).
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
- Experience refactoring legacy structures into modern, domain-driven architectures.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- Growth without limits: build your skills through mentorship, internal TechTalks, challenging projects, and a dedicated annual learning budget
- Competitive compensation: get recognition that reflects your skills and impact, with regular performance and compensation reviews
- Flexibility: work 100% remotely with flexible hours that support focus, autonomy, and a healthy work rhythm
- Meaningful, modern projects: build impactful products using modern technologies alongside global teams and leading brands
- Collaborative culture: join a supportive environment with zero micromanagement where ideas are welcomed and contributions are recognized
- Well-being & support: access local well-being programs and people-focused support tailored to your location
Skills Required
- Proven experience as a Tech Lead or Squad Lead, including motivating teams and mentoring junior developers
- At least 4 years of advanced Java and Spring Boot experience with solid Angular knowledge
- Hands-on experience with Kafka
- Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design, software design patterns, and architectural patterns
- Deep understanding and practical experience with strong domain bounded contexts
- Deep experience building and consuming RESTful services and understanding standard API protocols
- Experience with PostgreSQL or Oracle relational databases and JPA/Hibernate
- Passion for server-side logic, performance, architecture, and good engineering practices
- Upper-intermediate English proficiency
- Experience with spec-driven development or AI-driven software development life cycle
- Previous experience in the Loyalty or Fintech sectors
- Experience with AWS or Azure and Docker
- Knowledge of Jenkins or GitLab CI pipelines
- Experience refactoring legacy structures into modern domain-driven architectures
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The Company
What We Do
AgileEngine is a privately held company established in 2010 that builds dedicated teams of designers and developers. We turn good ideas into awesome software that people actually want to use. Some of the biggest names and the hottest startups around the world chose us to build their tech.
