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 a Team Lead, Java Engineering to join us as part of our team.
About the role
You will balance hands-on backend development (50%) with technical and team leadership (50%). In this role, you’ll lead a team of five engineers, take ownership of architectural decisions, ensure high delivery standards, and actively contribute to the codebase while driving engineering excellence.
About the project
The product is an outreach automation platform designed to transform hiring, sales, and marketing communication. It helps businesses streamline interactions, improve efficiency, and build more scalable communication processes.
As a qualified expert You will
Development (50%)
— Build modular, secure, and maintainable backend systems using Java 21+ and Spring Boot.
— Design and implement RESTful APIs and event-driven services (SNS/SQS).
— Write tested, high-quality code with strong focus on unit/integration testing.
— Ensure CI/CD integration, monitoring, and production readiness.
— Drive system performance and scalability improvements.
Leadership & Delivery (50%).
— Lead a backend team: mentorship, code reviews, and engineering growth.
— Own delivery quality: scope planning, progress tracking, risk mitigation.
— Document and communicate architectural decisions.
— Coordinate cross-functionally with product managers, DevOps, and QA.
— Promote best practices in secure development and clean architecture.
We’re looking for you if you have
— 5+ years of hands-on Java development experience (Java 21+).
— 2+ years leading a development team.
— Deep practical experience with Spring Boot modules (Web, Security, Data, Messaging).
— Strong knowledge of Java concurrency, multithreading, and backend system design.
— Proficient in SQL databases (PostgreSQL preferred).
— Experience with REST APIs and asynchronous messaging (SNS/SQS).
— Skilled in CI/CD, code quality gates, and automated testing.
— Hands-on with Docker, Linux, and system-level debugging.
— Familiar with monitoring/logging tools (ELK, Prometheus, Grafana).
— Strong focus on security best practices: auth, validation, access control.
— Working knowledge of AWS: IAM, EC2, RDS, S3, CloudWatch, Secrets Manager.
Bonus Points
— Experience in designing and operating microservice-based architectures.
— Familiarity with Kubernetes (EKS or self-managed).
— Experience with Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code.
— AWS Certifications (e.g., Developer Associate, Solutions Architect).
— Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related field.
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.
