Lead Developer • Lead

Who you are

You have a strategic mindset and a strong technical background, with extensive experience in backend development using Java and frameworks like Quarkus. You excel at collaborating with clients and guiding teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet client expectations. Your ability to balance high-level vision with tactical execution makes you an effective leader in technical projects.

You are well-versed in designing and implementing backend services and APIs, focusing on performance, maintainability, and clarity. Your experience with event-driven architectures, particularly using Kafka, allows you to contribute to reliable data flow and schema design. You understand the importance of microservices and API Gateway patterns in evolving platform architecture incrementally.

You have hands-on experience working in cloud environments, particularly with AWS and Kubernetes, and you prioritize application needs over infrastructure operations. Your familiarity with infrastructure as code, especially using Terraform, enables you to define application requirements and support reusable patterns effectively.

What you'll do

In this role, you will act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring successful project delivery through collaboration and negotiation. You will lead your team in designing and implementing backend services using Java and Quarkus, focusing on well-defined APIs and performance optimization. Your responsibilities will include contributing to event-driven solutions using Kafka, collaborating on schema design, and ensuring data reliability.

You will work closely with cloud and platform teams to address application needs in AWS and Kubernetes environments, ensuring that your team delivers high-quality solutions. Additionally, you will guide and coach your team members in their implementation and application practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

What we offer

At ThoughtWorks, we are committed to delivering extraordinary impact through our work with clients. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. Join us in pushing boundaries and making a difference in the technology landscape. We offer a collaborative environment where your expertise and commitment to continuous learning will be valued and nurtured.