TECH LEAD – JAVA (HYBRID / REMOTE)

iTRTech Group; São Paulo; Hybrid; BRL 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

iTRTech Group is seeking a Senior Java Tech Lead to drive enterprise-scale Java applications in a hybrid/remote Brazil setup. You will lead distributed engineering teams, shape technical standards, and mentor developers across international projects.

The role demands deep Java expertise, Spring Boot, microservices, AWS, and strong architectural judgment in a global financial services context. English C1/C2 and native Portuguese are required to collaborate effectively with clients and teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering or related field.
• Experience as a Java Tech Lead or Senior Java Developer in large enterprise environments.
• Strong experience building scalable, high-performance Java applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java applications.
• Ensure adherence to software architecture standards, coding best practices, security, and software quality.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership for distributed engineering teams.
• Design and implement solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices Architecture.
• Translate complex business requirements into efficient technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot, optimize performance, and resolve incidents.
• Establish development standards, governance, and best practices.
• Mentor engineers and promote technical growth across the team.
• Support mission-critical deliveries with quality, scalability, and resilience.
• Contribute to the evolution of enterprise architecture in Financial Services.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

AWS Cloud

Distributed Systems

Leadership

Mentoring

English C1/C2

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Software Engineering

Related field

Job description

TECH LEAD – JAVA (HYBRID / REMOTE BRAZIL)

Brazilian company hires for hybrid or remote position.

Location: Brazil (any location)

Only candidates already based in Brazil will be considered.

Work Model: Hybrid for candidates living in state capitals and Remote for candidates living in countryside/cities outside the state capitals.

Language Requirements: English C1/C2 (Advanced/Fluent) – Mandatory (there will be direct contact with an international client), Native portuguese.

Seniority: Senior (6+ years)

Lead Enterprise Java Engineering for Global Financial Services

We are looking for an experienced Java Tech Lead to drive the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-scale applications in a global Financial Services environment.

You will lead distributed engineering teams, define technical standards, mentor developers, and help shape the evolution of scalable cloud-native architectures while remaining actively involved in software development.

If you are passionate about technical leadership, enterprise architecture, and building high-performance Java applications, this opportunity is for you.

The Professional We Are Looking For

We are seeking a highly experienced Java technical leader with deep expertise in enterprise software engineering, cloud-native architectures, and distributed systems.

The ideal candidate combines outstanding technical skills with leadership capabilities, guiding engineering teams while actively contributing to software architecture, development, code quality, and continuous improvement.

You should be comfortable working with international teams, mentoring engineers, and making strategic technical decisions in complex enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable, high-performance Java applications.
• Ensure adherence to software architecture standards, coding best practices, security, and software quality.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership for distributed engineering teams.
• Design and implement solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices Architecture.
• Translate complex business requirements into efficient technical solutions.
• Perform troubleshooting, performance optimization, and incident resolution.
• Establish development standards, engineering governance, and technical best practices.
• Mentor software engineers and promote technical growth across the team.
• Support mission-critical software deliveries while ensuring quality, scalability, and resilience.
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of enterprise architecture within a Financial Services environment.

Mandatory Requirements (Eliminatory)

All requirements below are mandatory and eliminatory. Candidates who cannot clearly demonstrate these qualifications in their CV are unlikely to proceed in the recruitment process.

Education

Bachelor's Degree In

• Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• or a related field

Mandatory Experience

• English C1/C2 (Advanced/Fluent) with the ability to communicate confidently in international environments.
• Proven experience as a Java Tech Lead or Senior Java Developer in large enterprise environments.
• Strong experience developing scalable, resilient, and high-performance Java applications.
• Advanced knowledge of:
• Java
• Spring Boot
• Microservices Architecture
• Practical experience with AWS Cloud.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems.
• Enterprise software architecture experience.
• Experience leading distributed or global engineering teams.
• Strong analytical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Hands-on software engineering and technical leadership experience.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Financial Services industry experience.
• Wealth Management.
• Asset Management.
• Generative AI (GenAI).
• Prompt Engineering.
• Java certifications.
• AWS certifications.
• Spring Framework certifications.
• Microservices Architecture certifications.

What You'll Find in This Opportunity

• Leadership of enterprise-scale software engineering initiatives.
• Modern cloud-native Java architecture projects.
• Collaboration with international engineering teams.
• High-impact technical leadership role.
• Opportunities to influence engineering standards and software architecture.
• Exposure to AI-assisted software development practices.
• Collaborative, innovation-driven engineering culture.

Before Applying, Ask Yourself These 5 Questions

• Have I worked as a Java Tech Lead or as a Senior Java Developer with significant technical leadership responsibilities?
• Does my CV clearly demonstrate hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, AWS, and enterprise software architecture?
• Have I led distributed engineering teams while remaining actively involved in architecture, coding, code reviews, and technical decision-making?
• Am I experienced in troubleshooting complex enterprise applications, optimizing performance, and mentoring other developers?
• Am I fluent in English ( C1/C2 ) and comfortable leading technical discussions with international teams and stakeholders?

Important

This position is intended for a hands-on Java Tech Lead with extensive experience in enterprise software engineering and technical leadership.

Candidates whose experience is primarily focused on project coordination, people management, or software development without demonstrated leadership in Java, Spring Boot, AWS, Microservices, and enterprise architecture are unlikely to meet the expectations for this role.

Keywords That Should Appear in Your CV

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