Lead Backend Engineer - Java Microservices, Hybrid Dublin

Mastercard

Tallaght

Hybrid

EUR 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Mastercard seeks a Lead Software Engineer for the Commercial Connect API team in a hybrid role based in Sandyford, Dublin, with three days on-site. You will lead design, development, and deployment of high-quality Java microservices that integrate with modern front-end frameworks and third-party applications.

You will influence all SDLC phases, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure adherence to engineering best practices, security, and scalable performance for large-scale B2B

Qualifications

Extensive backend development experience using Java and Spring Boot.
Proven expertise designing secure, scalable microservices for high-traffic systems.
Strong knowledge of microservices, RESTful API design, and integration patterns.
Advanced SQL with PostgreSQL and Oracle; scalable data solutions.

Responsibilities

Lead design, development, and deployment of Java microservices.
Contribute to all SDLC phases: planning, coding, testing, reviews, delivery.
Collaborate with engineers, product managers, TPMs, and test engineers to align goals.
Perform code reviews, PRs, and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

REST APIs

SQL

PostgreSQL

Oracle

Cloud (AWS/Azure)

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Git

Agile

AI-assisted development tools

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

AWS

Azure

PostgreSQL

Oracle

Job description

You will influence all SDLC phases, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure adherence to engineering best practices, security, and scalable performance for large-scale B2B

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