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Java Backend Lead

India, Bangalore · Job Posted March 05, 2026
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Job Description

As a Java Backend Lead, you will be responsible for designing scalable backend architecture, guiding a team of engineers, and ensuring high performance across distributed systems. Ideal for someone with leadership experience and deep expertise in Java-based enterprise applications.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture
  • Work closely with architects, product managers, and QA to deliver high-quality features
  • Own technical delivery across sprints, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices
  • Guide and mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and provide hands-on technical leadership
  • Design and build RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services
  • Collaborate with DevOps for CI/CD pipeline integration and cloud deployments (AWS/GCP/Azure)
  • Maintain clean documentation and participate in sprint planning and estimation
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
  • AI & GenAI Focus – Harnessing AI and Generative AI to deliver smarter solutions
  • Scalable Tech Stack – Building future-ready systems for performance and resilience
  • Proven Enterprise Experience – Deploying solutions across industries and geographies

Requirements

  • Strong programming experience in Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA
  • Proficiency in building and consuming RESTful APIs
  • Solid understanding of Microservices architecture, distributed systems, design principles and design patterns
  • Experience with message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
  • Expertise with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Knowledge of security standards (OAuth2, JWT) and application hardening
  • Experience with SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB/Redis)
  • Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools like Jenkins/GitLab CI
  • Strong debugging, optimization, and performance tuning skills
  • Experience with Git, Maven/Gradle, and Agile methodologies
  • Excellent communication and team leadership skills
  • Bachelor’s/ Master’s in CS/IT or equivalent practical experience

Nice to have

  • Exposure to frontend frameworks like JavaScript / React
  • Certifications in Java or Cloud technologies are a plus

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