Remote Lead Java Engineer for an eCommerce & Distribution company

Description:

• Our client is a fast-growing eCommerce and distribution company focused on sourcing and onboarding high-value vendors.
• They thrive in a results-driven, collaborative environment, valuing efficiency, adaptability, and strategic problem-solving.
• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Java Engineer with a strong background in backend development, software architecture, system design, and team leadership.
• This role will be instrumental in managing the development team, optimizing system architecture, and ensuring the successful execution of software projects.
• The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Java-based backend systems, business logic for eCommerce, and the ability to drive continuous improvement within the team and technology stack.
• This is a Full-Time remote position operating within the European time zone.

Requirements:

• The candidate must have 10+ years of experience in backend development, with a focus on Java (Spring), software and system architecture.
• A minimum of 5+ years of leadership experience managing development teams, including hiring, training, setting KPIs, running sprints, and ensuring delivery is required.
• Strong architectural and system design expertise is necessary, including experience in improving and scaling backend infrastructure.
• Proficiency in Cloud (GCP ideally), Microservices & event-driven architecture, Docker, and Infrastructure as code is essential.
• A deep understanding of business logic in eCommerce is required to ensure that technical decisions align with company goals.
• Experience with auditing and optimizing backend systems, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and performance is needed.
• Hands-on coding experience is required, with the ability to review code, conduct check-ins, and improve development processes.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary, with the ability to lead discussions, challenge inefficiencies, and drive improvements within the team.
• The candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, results-driven environment, prioritizing output over perfectionism.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (GCP) and setting up DevOps processes is required.

Benefits:

• The position offers 5 paid vacation days and 5 days of paid sick leave.
• There is an ability to implement strategic initiatives and drive company-wide impact.
• A competitive salary in a performance-driven environment is provided.
• The opportunity to lead and shape the development team and architecture is available.
• The candidate will have full ownership of system design and technical decisions.
• The role allows for work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with minimal micromanagement.
• Professional development support and opportunities for advancement are included.
• This is a fully remote role with flexible working arrangements.