At SPD Technology, we bring together a team of like-minded people who are driven by the desire to bring value through their work, united in their commitment to high performance and delivering custom, cutting-edge tech solutions that drive clients’ growth. We empower our people with a culture of excellence and enable them with the opportunity to uphold their accountability to contribute on each level. We value humanity and collaboration, encourage professional and personal growth, and foster a supportive and flexible work environment where everyone’s contribution is welcomed.
We are looking for an Team Lead Java/Kotlin Engineering to join us as part of our team.
About the role
This role directly fuels business growth by combining hands-on technical leadership with dedicated team mentorship to accelerate the delivery of high-quality, reliable products that enhance customer value.
About the project
FloLIVE is rewriting the playbook for the global IoT Connectivity landscape. Our groundbreaking Connectivity Management Service is reshaping the way Enterprises, Cloud providers, IoT service providers, and Mobile Operators connect and manage their devices across the globe.
Our global presence includes the United Kingdom, United States, Israel, Bulgaria, and China, solidifying our commitment to local, secure, and compliant connectivity solutions. With our innovative software-defined connectivity technology, FloLIVE delivers seamless connectivity management across boundaries.
Team
You will be leading a highly collaborative and experienced full-stack development team based in Ukraine. The team comprises: Technical Leader, 3 BE Kotlin Engineers , QAA, FE Engineer.
Technical stack
Kotlin, Auto-tests (jUnit, integration tests, w/ and w/o Testcontainers, e2e system tests);
DB: Postgres, ClickHouse;
Hazelcast, Kafka, k8s.
Work Environment
Work schedule – regular working day, 9-18, Mon-Fri. TimeZone – UTC+02:00 (Ukrainian).
Meetings – Daily Scrum Meetings, sync with R&D leaders weekly, meetings on-demand.
As a qualified expert You will
People Management & Growth:
Lead Your Team: Lead, manage, and mentor a development team of 6 people.
Build the Team: Act as the direct leader for your team, taking a genuine interest in the professional growth of each member. Provide active support to improve team member performance and drive a culture of accountability. Develop a collaborative and productive team environment, utilizing strong communication, problem-solving, and risk management skills.
Technical Execution & Hands-On Leadership:
Execute the Roadmap: Execute the technical engineering roadmap, guiding the team’s work to meet strategic engineering goals. Engage Hands-On:
Engage in the hands-on development process for up to 50% of your time. This may include back-end development using Kotlin, code review and change approvals, scrum testing, or writing auto tests.
Drive Quality and Standards: Apply global engineering standards and best practices within the team to ensure high-quality, consistent delivery.
Operational Management:
Manage Team Operations: Establish clear operational objectives, set short-term goals, and create work plans, delegating assignments effectively to your direct reports.
Measure Success: Apply and implement key engineering metrics (e.g., team velocity, code quality, bug rates) to monitor progress and ensure team effectiveness.
Collaborate and Report: Coordinate tasks, monitor progress, and provide clear status updates to the team and collaborating R&D Project Managers. Proactively address issues to maintain project momentum.
We’re looking for you if you have
- Experience in the Telecom domain.
- Proven experience as a Team Leader or Engineering Manager for 3+ years.
- High emotional intelligence (EQ) to confidently navigate the challenges of leadership.
- Strong technical background and significant hands-on development experience, sufficient for effective communication with technical teams and risk identification.
- Experience managing development tasks, including scrum and testing methodologies.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- B2 English level or higher, enabling you to confidently communicate complex topics and maintain a positive environment within international teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
What’s in it for You
Reveal great tech solutions
Join the team of experts who create custom, cutting-edge tech solutions for world-renowned businesses, fueling client growth. Unleash your potential, tackle new challenges, and be part of a team that values your skills and contributions. Focus on long-term impact and building tailored, long-lasting partnerships with our clients.
Experience an agile and flexible working environment
Enjoy the freedom of fully remote work with a flexible working schedule. Empower yourself with a stable workload and a stable income, supported by provided laptops and licensed software. We focus on lasting cooperation and unite result-oriented individuals who stand on a high-performance approach to work.
Embrace the opportunity for personal and professional growth
Benefit from performance and merit reviews, elevate your skills with personal development plans, and individual learnings through the corporate library, public speaking support, and more.
Be among like-minded people
Work with a team of one mind who cares about what they do and how they do. Collaborate with top-notch experts who are always ready to help and support you through any challenges. Join company-wide tech and cultural events, and contribute to meaningful CSR initiatives that resonate with your values. Feel supported by your HR, and take advantage of our referral bonus program.
Interview steps
- Pre-Screening with the recruiter (0.5 hour).
- Technical Interview (1.5 hour).
