Tech Lead Java Backend Developer

Encora Inc.; Petrópolis; Presencial; BRL 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading digital engineering firm based in Brazil is seeking a TL Java Backend Developer. You will design and develop large-scale, distributed backend systems, leading the software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate must have proficiency in Java and a deep knowledge of Spring, and experience with AWS services. This role involves mentoring engineers and ensuring performance optimization and maintainability of backend solutions.

Qualificações

• Proficiency in Java (preferably Java 17+).
• Expertise in Spring and Spring Boot.
• Experience with MongoDB (NoSQL) and MySQL (relational).
• Hands-on experience with AWS Cloud Services.

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop large-scale, distributed backend systems.
• Translate complex requirements into scalable backend solutions.
• Lead the full software development lifecycle.
• Perform code reviews and enforce coding standards.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers.

Conhecimentos

Java

Spring

Spring Boot

Hibernate

Microservices architecture

AWS Services

MongoDB

MySQL

Descrição da oferta de emprego

As a TL Java Backend Developer, you will play a critical role in developing and maintaining robust applications. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to the evolution of backend services, and APIs. You will help shape performance optimization, security, and maintainability. This role is key to delivering reliable backend solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop large-scale, distributed backend systems with multi-tiered architecture, concurrency, and high availability;
• Independently translate complex functional and non-functional requirements into robust, efficient, and scalable backend solutions aligned with system architecture;
• Lead and contribute to the full software development lifecycle — including system design, implementation, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement;
• Create and maintain comprehensive and usable technical documentation;
• Perform code reviews, enforce coding standards, and advocate for engineering best practices;
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning;
• Actively participate in architectural discussions and technical decision‑making with cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Java (preferably Java 17+);
• Expertise in Spring and Spring Boot;
• Deep knowledge of Hibernate / JPA;
• Experience with both MongoDB (NoSQL) and MySQL (relational);
• Proven experience building microservices architectures;
• Hands‑on experience with AWS Cloud Services (EC2, EKS);
• Solid understanding of AWS Serverless Architecture;
• Serverless: Lambda, Step Functions, Cognito, API Gateway, SQS, RDS, VPC;

About Encora

Encora is the preferred digital engineering and modernization partner of some of the world’s leading enterprises and digital native companies. With over 9,000 experts in 47+ offices and innovation labs worldwide, Encora’s technology practices include Product Engineering & Development, Cloud Services, Quality Engineering, DevSecOps, Data & Analytics, Digital Experience, Cybersecurity, and AI & LLM Engineering.

At Encora, we hire professionals based solely on their skills and qualifications, and do not discriminate based on age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality.