Tech Senior Manager Java & Spring (Hybrid / Remote)

Netvagas; São Paulo; Hybrid; BRL 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Netvagas, a Brazilian tech company, is seeking a Tech Senior Manager to lead international software engineering teams in hybrid or remote Brazil. The role blends strategic leadership with hands-on Java and Spring work, guiding AI-driven development and SDD across global projects.

You'll mentor engineers, drive delivery governance, and collaborate with executives to align technical excellence with business goals in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring.
• Experience leading international Nearshore software projects.
• Fluent English (C2) with international stakeholders.
• Experience with AI-driven software development and DevOps.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional software engineering teams in an international environment.
• Oversee Nearshore projects delivering high-quality software.
• Provide technical leadership in Java and Spring.
• Guide adoption of AI platforms and acceleration tools.
• Apply Specification-Driven Development (SDD) across the lifecycle.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define scope and deliverables.
• Ensure coding standards, security, and best practices.
• Mentor engineers and foster continuous learning.
• Support delivery governance, risk mitigation, and decisions.
• Drive Agile collaboration and engineering excellence.

Skills

Java

Spring

Leadership

Agile methodologies

DevOps

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering

Tools

AI platforms

SDD

Job description

TECH SENIOR MANAGER – JAVA & SPRING (HYBRID / REMOTE BRAZIL)

Brazilian company hires for hybrid or remote position

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 C2 (Advanced/Fluent) – Mandatory (there will be direct contact with an international client), native portuguese

Seniority: Senior (6+ years)

Lead International Software Engineering Teams Driving Innovation

We are looking for an experienced Technical Senior Manager to lead multidisciplinary software engineering teams delivering complex international projects.

This position combines strategic leadership with deep technical expertise, requiring someone who can guide engineering teams, support architectural decisions, accelerate software delivery through AI-driven development, and continuously improve engineering practices.

If you are passionate about leading high-performing engineering teams while remaining technically engaged, this opportunity is for you.

The Professional We Are Looking For

We are seeking a technology leader who combines strong software engineering expertise with excellent leadership and communication skills.

The ideal professional has experience leading international software development initiatives, remains actively involved in technical discussions, mentors engineering teams, and drives innovation through modern development practices.

Success in this role requires the ability to balance business priorities with technical excellence while collaborating effectively with both executive stakeholders and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

• Managing cross-functional software engineering teams in an international environment, promoting collaboration, alignment, and effective communication.
• Leading Nearshore software development projects, ensuring high-quality delivery standards.
• Providing technical leadership through strong expertise in Java and the Spring Framework.
• Driving the adoption and integration of AI platforms and development acceleration tools to improve efficiency, innovation, and software quality.
• Applying Specification-Driven Development (SDD) methodologies throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Ensuring compliance with software engineering best practices, coding standards, and security guidelines.
• Mentoring and developing engineering team members, fostering continuous learning, technical excellence, and autonomy.
• Supporting delivery governance, prioritization, progress tracking, risk mitigation, and technical decision-making.
• Contributing to the continuous evolution of engineering practices, Agile collaboration, and team performance.

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 C2 (Advanced/Fluent) with excellent communication skills in international environments.
• Proven experience as a Technical Senior Manager, Engineering Manager, or a similar software engineering leadership role.
• Strong technical background in software development.
• Hands-on experience with Java.
• Hands-on experience with the Spring Framework.
• Experience leading complex international software development projects and working within Nearshore environments.
• Practical experience using AI platforms to accelerate software development processes.
• Familiarity with Specification-Driven Development (SDD).
• Experience working with Agile methodologies.
• Experience with DevOps practices.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Nice-to-Have Skills

The following qualifications will be considered a strong advantage:

• Experience within Financial Services.
• Experience with Wealth Management.
• Experience with Asset Management.

What You'll Find in This Opportunity

• Leadership of international engineering teams.
• Opportunity to work with modern AI-powered engineering tools.
• Collaborative international environment.
• Strategic technical leadership with high business impact.
• Continuous innovation and engineering excellence culture.

Before Applying, Ask Yourself These 5 Questions

• Have I successfully led software engineering teams as a Technical Senior Manager or in a similar technical leadership role?
• Does my CV clearly demonstrate strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring, beyond people management responsibilities?
• Am I fluent in English (C2) and comfortable communicating with international teams and stakeholders?
• Have I worked on complex international or Nearshore software development projects using Agile methodologies and DevOps practices?
• Do I have practical experience using AI platforms for software development acceleration and familiarity with Specification-Driven Development (SDD)?

If you answered "No" to one or more of these questions, we recommend carefully reviewing your fit before applying.

This position is intended for a Technical Senior Manager who combines strong software engineering expertise with leadership capabilities.

Candidates whose experience is primarily managerial, without significant technical involvement in Java, Spring, software engineering, AI-driven development, and technical decision-making, are unlikely to match the expectations for this role.

Keywords That Should Appear in Your CV

Technical Senior Manager, Engineering Manager, Software Engineering Manager, Technical Leadership, Software Development, Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Software Engineering, Software Architecture, Nearshore, International Projects, AI Platforms, Artificial Intelligence, AI Development Tools, Generative AI, Specification-Driven Development, SDD, Agile, Scrum, DevOps, Engineering Governance, Team Leadership, Technical Mentoring, Stakeholder Management, Delivery Governance, Risk Management, Continuous Improvement, Wealth Management, Asset Management, Financial Services.

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