The Role
Leads a software squad while remaining hands-on with Java and Spring Boot backend development and Angular frontend work. Designs RESTful APIs, guides migration to domain-driven architecture, mentors junior developers, and maintains strong engineering standards. Works with Kafka, relational databases, JPA/Hibernate, and modern software development practices.
Summary Generated by Built In
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 who balances hands-on backend development with team leadership. This role combines Java and Spring Boot engineering with Angular frontend work, guiding a transition toward domain-driven design and clean RESTful API architecture. You will mentor junior developers, uphold strong engineering standards, and help the squad execute with consistency.
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 6 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
- Remote work & local connection: Work where you feel most productive and connect with your team in periodic meet-ups.
- Legal presence in India: Full local compliance and structured work environment.
- Competitive compensation in INR: Dedicated budgets for growth, education, and wellness.
- Innovative projects: Work with modern technologies and global clients.
Skills Required
- Proven experience as a Tech Lead or Squad Lead, including motivating teams and mentoring junior developers
- At least 6 years of experience with advanced Java and Spring Boot proficiency and solid Angular knowledge
- Hands-on experience with Kafka
- Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design, software design patterns, and architectural patterns
- Practical experience with strong domain bounded contexts and Domain-Driven Design
- Deep experience building and consuming RESTful services and understanding standard API protocols
- Experience with PostgreSQL or Oracle relational databases and JPA/Hibernate
- Strong server-side logic, performance, architecture, and engineering practices
- Upper-intermediate English proficiency
- Experience with spec-driven development or AI-driven software development lifecycle practices
- Previous experience in 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.
