Zensar Technologies
Overview
We are looking for a highly motivated Lead Backend Engineer who is eager to take ownership, drive innovation, and establish best practices for our backend systems. In this role, you will lead the technical direction and introduce standards, processes, and guidelines to elevate the engineering team. You will work closely with product managers and non-technical stakeholders, translating business needs into scalable, high-quality backend solutions. We are seeking strong experience in Java 8, Spring Boot, Spring Security, JPA/Hibernate, and the ability to write complex SQL queries. This is a lead role requiring hands-on development and mentorship. Responsibilities
Technical Vision & Leadership : Design scalable, maintainable backend architectures, set engineering standards, and promote best practices. Team Leadership : Lead a team of backend engineers (onshore/offshore), mentor members, ensure efficient execution, and foster a high-performance culture. Process & Code Excellence : Define and enforce coding guidelines, best practices, and automation to improve code quality and maintainability. Hands-on Development : Actively contribute to backend development using
Java, Spring, and Spring Boot , ensuring high performance and reliability. Microservices Transformation : Lead the transition from monolithic to modern microservices architecture. Cloud & Infrastructure : Collaborate with cloud architects to deploy and optimize applications on AWS. Database Management : Utilize strong MySQL skills to design and manage efficient database structures and queries. Cross-functional Collaboration : Work with the product team and other stakeholders, communicating complex technical concepts clearly. Qualifications
Technical Skills Strong expertise in
Java, Spring, and Spring Boot Deep understanding of
microservices architecture
and best practices Proficiency in
MySQL
and relational database design Experience with
AWS
cloud services Familiarity with
Hibernate
(preferred) Knowledge of
Docker, Kubernetes
and containerization (a plus) Experience Minimum
10+ years
in backend development 2+ years
of experience leading a development team Proven ability to design and implement
scalable, high-performance systems Soft Skills Strong
ownership mindset
with a passion for driving change and setting standards Exceptional
communication skills —able to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders Ability to
simplify complex concepts
for the product team and business stakeholders Hunger for learning, innovation, and improving team efficiency Bonus Points Experience with
Azure DevOps Strong understanding of
CI/CD pipelines Exposure to event-driven architecture and
Kafka If you’re a
self-driven engineer
eager to take a team to the next level, build smart solutions, and set new industry standards, we’d love to hear from you!
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We are looking for a highly motivated Lead Backend Engineer who is eager to take ownership, drive innovation, and establish best practices for our backend systems. In this role, you will lead the technical direction and introduce standards, processes, and guidelines to elevate the engineering team. You will work closely with product managers and non-technical stakeholders, translating business needs into scalable, high-quality backend solutions. We are seeking strong experience in Java 8, Spring Boot, Spring Security, JPA/Hibernate, and the ability to write complex SQL queries. This is a lead role requiring hands-on development and mentorship. Responsibilities
Technical Vision & Leadership : Design scalable, maintainable backend architectures, set engineering standards, and promote best practices. Team Leadership : Lead a team of backend engineers (onshore/offshore), mentor members, ensure efficient execution, and foster a high-performance culture. Process & Code Excellence : Define and enforce coding guidelines, best practices, and automation to improve code quality and maintainability. Hands-on Development : Actively contribute to backend development using
Java, Spring, and Spring Boot , ensuring high performance and reliability. Microservices Transformation : Lead the transition from monolithic to modern microservices architecture. Cloud & Infrastructure : Collaborate with cloud architects to deploy and optimize applications on AWS. Database Management : Utilize strong MySQL skills to design and manage efficient database structures and queries. Cross-functional Collaboration : Work with the product team and other stakeholders, communicating complex technical concepts clearly. Qualifications
Technical Skills Strong expertise in
Java, Spring, and Spring Boot Deep understanding of
microservices architecture
and best practices Proficiency in
MySQL
and relational database design Experience with
AWS
cloud services Familiarity with
Hibernate
(preferred) Knowledge of
Docker, Kubernetes
and containerization (a plus) Experience Minimum
10+ years
in backend development 2+ years
of experience leading a development team Proven ability to design and implement
scalable, high-performance systems Soft Skills Strong
ownership mindset
with a passion for driving change and setting standards Exceptional
communication skills —able to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders Ability to
simplify complex concepts
for the product team and business stakeholders Hunger for learning, innovation, and improving team efficiency Bonus Points Experience with
Azure DevOps Strong understanding of
CI/CD pipelines Exposure to event-driven architecture and
Kafka If you’re a
self-driven engineer
eager to take a team to the next level, build smart solutions, and set new industry standards, we’d love to hear from you!
#J-18808-Ljbffr