Lead Backend Developer (Lead Engineer) - Remote

Overview

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Lead Backend Developer (Lead Engineer) in Europe.

As a Lead Backend Developer, you will take ownership of the architecture, design, and execution of a high-scale retail platform. You will lead a team of backend developers and AI specialists, defining technical standards, building robust microservices, and managing AWS infrastructure to support millions of daily transactions. This role offers a hands-on leadership opportunity where you can influence system design, security, observability, and API governance while collaborating with product and mobile teams. The position starts as a 4-month engagement with strong potential to transition to a full-time leadership role. You will work in a fully remote, globally distributed environment, applying your expertise to create a scalable, resilient backend ecosystem. Your work will directly impact the success of retail operations across diverse markets.

In Short

• Lead the design and maintenance of the backend architecture, applying Domain-Driven Design principles for scalable microservices.
• Set up and manage AWS infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (AWS CDK), including EKS with Fargate, RDS, S3, Cognito, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Develop high-quality, production-ready code in Java and Spring Boot for core backend components.
• Oversee a team of backend developers, conducting code reviews, guiding best practices, and ensuring team alignment.
• Define database schemas, implement migration strategies, and optimize PostgreSQL performance.
• Establish API standards, documentation, and versioning to maintain a consistent and reliable platform.
• Ensure backend security, including data protection, secret management, and VPC network security.
• Implement observability and monitoring strategies using AWS CloudWatch and X-Ray.
• Collaborate closely with product and mobile teams to deliver integrated solutions across the platform.

Requirements

• Proven experience in backend development and architecture.
• Strong knowledge of Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience with AWS services and Infrastructure as Code.
• Familiarity with PostgreSQL and database optimization techniques.
• Ability to lead and mentor a development team.
• Understanding of API design and governance.
• Experience in implementing security measures for backend systems.
• Knowledge of observability tools and practices.
• Excellent collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead and shape a high-impact project.
• Work in a fully remote environment.
• Potential for transition to a full-time role.
• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team.
• Flexible working hours.