Java Tech Lead

Zoho; Bengaluru Urban; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoho, based in Bengaluru, is seeking an experienced Java Tech Lead to guide the design, development, and delivery of scalable software applications. You will provide technical leadership to the team, drive best practices, and ensure timely project delivery.

You will lead Java developers, participate in architecture discussions, review code for quality, and collaborate with Product, QA, and Business teams to translate requirements into robust solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Java and J2EE.
• Knowledge of Spring / Spring Boot and REST APIs.
• Experience with SQL and relational databases and OOP/design principles.
• Git/version control systems and Agile methodologies.
• Strong debugging, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Java developers and provide technical guidance.
• Design, develop, and review scalable and maintainable Java applications.
• Participate in architecture and technical design discussions.
• Review code and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide effective solutions.
• Collaborate with Product, QA, Business, and other teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
• Take ownership of technical deliverables and ensure timely completion.
• Identify opportunities for performance improvement, automation, and process efficiency.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and recommend suitable improvements.

Skills

Java

J2EE

Spring

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

SQL

OOP / design principles

Git

Agile methodologies

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Kafka

RabbitMQ

CI/CD

Job description

Bangalore South, India | Posted on 09/29/2026

We are looking for an experienced Java Tech Lead to lead the design, development, and

delivery of scalable and high-quality software applications. The candidate will be responsible

for providing technical leadership to the development team, driving best practices, and

ensuring timely delivery of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Java developers and provide technical guidance.
• Design, develop, and review scalable and maintainable Java applications.
• Participate in architecture and technical design discussions.
• Review code and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide effective solutions.
• Collaborate with Product, QA, Business, and other teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
• Take ownership of technical deliverables and ensure timely completion.
• Identify opportunities for performance improvement, automation, and process
• Conduct technical discussions and support the team in resolving development
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and recommend suitable technical improvements.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Java and J2EE.
• Strong knowledge of Spring / Spring Boot.
• Good understanding of REST APIs and Microservices architecture.
• Experience with SQL and relational databases.
• Good understanding of Object-Oriented Programming and design principles.
• Experience with Git/version control systems.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies.
• Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Good communication and team leadership skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with AWS/Azure or other cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of Docker/Kubernetes.
• Experience with messaging technologies such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• Exposure to CI/CD and DevOps practices.
• Experience in FinTech / Payment Gateway / Financial Services domain will be an added advantage.

Experience

6–10 years of relevant experience in Java development, with experience in a technical leadership role.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field