Java Tech Lead/Architect

Who we are

Operating since 2022, Luxoft Spain specializes in developing software and creating digital strategies for businesses in health care, energy and utilities, telco, consumer and retail, banking, capital markets, and automotive industries.

If you're an experienced professional who values teamwork, pioneering technology and innovation, then Luxoft is the place for you. You'll work with a highly motivated team of professionals and have access to the latest technologies, methodologies, techniques and tools to keep you focused on tech and development innovations.

Project Description:

The primary goal of the project is the modernization, maintenance and development of an eCommerce platform for a big US-based retail company, serving millions of omnichannel customers each week.

Solutions are delivered by several Product Teams focused on different domains - Customer, Loyalty, Search and Browse, Data Integration, Cart.

Responsibilities:

This role is focused on communication, technical leadership, and quality control, rather than hands-on development.

We are seeking an experienced Java Tech Lead / Architect who can:

• Provide technical leadership to a segment of the development team
• Guide and supervise the implementation of technical solutions across teams
• Review and analyze the existing codebase (primarily Java, with some Kotlin)
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and the client to identify optimal solutions
• Quickly adapt to the Customer's development processes and environment
• Contribute to the enhancement of Personalized Search functionality
• Ensure the solution is Cloud Ready and supports integration with Azure API Management (APIM) and Gateway

Workload Distribution:

• 20% – Architecture: system design, solution validation, and high-level oversight
• 30% – Technical Leadership: unblocking team members and solving implementation challenges
• 50% – Product Owner Support: acting as a "right hand" to assist with technical analysis and planning

Mandatory Skills Description:

Experience of work as a tech lead or architect at least 1 year is a must;

At least 5 years' work experience including enterprise backend system design experience;

• Strong knowledge of Java; Kotlin is a plus
• Familiar with Spring/SpringBoot;
• Experience with Spring Cloud;
• Deep understanding of enterprise application architecture patterns;
• Experience with distributed systems;
• Experience of work in distributed teams and leading a distributed team;
• Good knowledge of SQL;
• Experience with any public cloud provider and knowledge of cloud architecture patterns (Azure is a plus);
• Familiar with microservice architecture patterns;
• Familiar with Containers and Orchestration Systems (Kubernetes/PKS/OpenShift);
• Experience with PostgreSQL;
• Adoption of Agile and DevOps culture;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Experience of work with English-speaking customers (US customers is a plus);
• Readiness to work until 8pm CET;
• English - C1 or higher;

Nice-to-Have Skills Description:

• Experience in system analysis;
• E-commerce background;
• An experience with Hazelcast;
• An experience with Elasticsearch;

Languages:

• English: C1 Advanced

What we offer

• Luxoft Training Center (more than 400 professional training programs, the High Performers Club)
• Self-Learning Library
• Internal Mobility (rotation between projects and accounts, new career opportunities)
• Global Relocation
• Mentoring Program (professional career development for leaders)
• Recognition and Evaluation (feedback culture, regular appraisals)
• Professional Communities (join one of our many internal communities: Agile Community, Tech Community, Business Analysis Community, etc.)
• Team Events (take part in the many fun social activities organized by the Luxoft team)