Technical Lead – Java Backend
About the Role
Why SoftwareOne? SoftwareOne and Crayon have come together to form a global, AI-powered software and cloud solutions provider with a bold vision for the future. With a footprint in over 70 countries and a diverse team of 13,000+ professionals, we offer unparalleled opportunities for talent to grow, make an impact, and shape the future of technology. At the heart of our business is our people. We empower our teams to work across borders, innovate fearlessly, and continuously develop their skills through world-class learning and development programs. Whether you're passionate about cloud, software, data, AI, or building meaningful client relationships, you’ll find a place to thrive here. Join us and be part of a purpose-driven culture where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your career can go global. The role Are you passionate about building scalable and reliable backend systems? Do you enjoy leading engineering teams and guiding technical decisions? Would you like to work on Java-based applications supported by cloud technologies and modern engineering practices? You will be part of the engineering team responsible for designing, developing, and supporting backend applications and services. The team works closely with product managers, architects, frontend engineers, and other technical stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality solutions. As a Technical Lead – Java Backend, you will lead the backend engineering work for key applications and services. You will provide technical direction, support architecture and design decisions, mentor backend engineers, and ensure the team follows strong coding standards, security practices, and agile delivery methods. Key Responsibilities: - Lead and mentor backend engineers, providing technical direction and guidance across Java-based application development. - Design and develop scalable backend services, RESTful APIs, and integrations using Java, Spring Boot, and related frameworks. - Collaborate with product managers, architects, frontend developers, and other stakeholders to define technical solutions and delivery estimates. - Support backend architecture decisions, including microservices, design patterns, database design, and cloud-based service configuration. - Review code, maintain engineering standards, address technical debt, and improve performance, reliability, and security. - Prepare technical documentation, support deployment releases, and contribute to continuous improvement of development practices. What we need to see from you - Strong hands-on experience in Java backend development, including Spring Boot or Spring Framework. - Good understanding of backend architecture, RESTful API design, microservices, MVC patterns, and secure coding practices including OWASP standards. - Experience working with databases, SQL, data modelling, stored procedures, and backend data services. - Practical knowledge of cloud services, preferably AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, Elastic Beanstalk, EKS, SES, SNS, MariaDB, or MongoDB. - Ability to lead technical discussions, mentor engineers, review code, and support issue resolution in an agile delivery environment. - Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams. Job Function Services Accommodations SoftwareOne welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, email us at reasonable.accommodations@softwareone.com. Please include the role for which you are applying and your country location. Someone from our organization that is not part of the decision-making process will be in touch to discuss your specific needs and we will make every effort to accommodate you. Any information shared will be stored securely and treated in the strictest of confidence in line with GDPR. At SoftwareOne, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Additionally, we encourage experienced individuals that have taken an intentional career break and are now prepared to return to work to explore our SOAR program.