Senior Java Developer

Second Talent; Dubai; On-site; AED 146,000 - 254,000; Full time

Job summary

Second Talent is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Java/Python) to lead a delivery-focused engineering team in Bahrain. The role involves hands-on development, architecture guidance, and driving end-to-end software delivery across cloud-enabled projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, strong leadership, and a proven track record in agile environments. You will collaborate with product, design and QA to ship high-quality software while shaping technical strategy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on software development experience with Java or Python.
• Strong foundation in software architecture, design patterns and best practices.
• Cloud experience with AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Proficient in CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools.
• Experience working in Agile environments with fast-moving teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Design and build high-quality, scalable solutions using Java or Python.
• Oversee full SDLC from planning to deployment and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Architect and integrate cloud-native services (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Identify bottlenecks and drive process improvements to boost productivity.
• Create clear technical documentation and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Java

Python

Leadership

Cloud

Agile

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Engineering

Tools

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Senior Software Engineer (Java/Python)
Location: Bahrain
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: Minimum 5 years

About Us

We're not your typical software company—were a startup-born tech force on a mission to put Bahrain on the global innovation map. Our ambitions are bold our pace is fast and were building a team of visionaries to bring cutting-edge software to life.

We're now looking for a Senior Software Engineer whos equally passionate about coding excellence cloud technology and leading high-impact digital projects.

What Youll Do

Technical Leadership

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Define technical strategies and drive architectural decisions across projects.

• Guide code quality through reviews best practices and hands-on development.

Software Development

• Design and build high-quality scalable solutions using Java or Python.

• Collaborate with product managers designers and QA to deliver end-to-end features.

• Translate business requirements into technical implementations with speed and precision.

Project & Process Management

• Oversee full software development lifecycle---from planning to deployment.

• Coordinate with stakeholders to define scope timelines and deliverables.

• Implement CI/CD pipelines for reliable and efficient software delivery.

Cloud & Infrastructure

• Architect and integrate cloud-native services using AWS Azure or GCP.

• Build secure resilient and scalable infrastructure solutions.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify bottlenecks and proactively implement solutions.

• Keep up with the latest trends and technologies---bring fresh ideas to the table.

• Champion process improvements to boost productivity across the team.

Documentation & Communication

• Create clear and concise technical documentation.

• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What Were Looking For

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on software development experience with Java or Python.

• Strong foundation in software architecture design patterns and best practices.

• Cloud experience with AWS Azure or GCP.

• Proficient in CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools.

• Strong communication and leadership skills in team and client settings.

• Proven ability to deliver high-quality software on time and within budget.

• Experience working in Agile environments with fast‑moving teams.

Nice to Have

• Cloud certifications (AWS GCP or Azure).

• Background in startup culture or fast‑paced product teams.

• Experience in client‑facing roles or solution consulting.

• Exposure to low‑latency systems or high‑performance code optimization.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a bold fast‑growing company shaping the future of tech in the region.

• Work with cutting‑edge technologies in a collaborative innovation‑driven team.

• Enjoy a flat open culture that values your ideas passion and growth.