Lead Software Engineer

About the Role

We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer who will drive backend development, provide technical direction, and lead a team in delivering scalable and high-performance systems. This role combines hands-on coding, system design, and team leadership, ideal for someone with strong Java expertise and experience in enterprise or fintech environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of backend systems and APIs using Java and Spring Boot
• Provide technical direction on architecture, frameworks, and technology stack
• Solve complex technical issues and ensure optimal system performance and scalability
• Perform hands-on development for critical and high-impact features
• Conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards and best practices
• Mentor and guide developers, supporting their technical growth
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QA, DevOps, Product) for successful delivery
• Create and maintain technical documentation (UML diagrams, flowcharts, use cases)
• Ensure adherence to SDLC processes and Agile methodologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• At least 3+ years of software development experience with leadership exposure
• Strong proficiency in Java and Spring Boot
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile practices