Java Back-end Tech Lead - ENG/NL

Computer Futures; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Computer Futures is seeking a Java Back-end Tech Lead in the Amsterdam area. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on software development, working in a collaborative environment with other senior engineers and stakeholders.

The position is a freelance assignment with a 12‑month term and potential extension, requiring 40 hours per week and a hybrid on-site/remote setup. The ideal candidate will stay close to the code, shaping technical direction while contributing to the codebase

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Java back-end development.
• Proven experience as a Tech Lead, Lead Engineer, or Principal Engineer.
• Hands-on mindset and willingness to contribute to codebase.
• Strong understanding of software architecture and best practices.
• Ability to collaborate with senior engineers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction with senior engineers and stakeholders.
• Contribute hands-on coding when needed.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

CI/CD

SQL databases

Job description

For a client, I'm on the lookout for a Java Back-end Tech Lead who enjoys combining technical leadership with hands‑on software development.

This is a role for someone who likes to stay close to the code while helping shape technical direction together with other experienced Tech Leads and senior engineers. The engineering culture is highly collaborative, and you'll be working alongside strong technical peers rather than leading from a distance.

• Java
• Spring Boot
• REST APIs
• CI/CD
• SQL databases

What they're looking for

• Extensive experience in Java back-end development
• Previous experience as a Tech Lead, Lead Engineer, Staff Engineer, or Principal Engineer
• Hands‑on mindset and willing to actively contribute to the codebase
• Strong understanding of software architecture and engineering best practices
• Someone who is comfortable working with highly skilled senior engineers and collaborating with other stakeholders
• A pragmatic engineer who values teamwork, technical excellence, and knowledge sharing
• Freelance assignment
• 12 months, with option to extension
• 40 hours per week
• Hybrid working model (3 days per week on‑site)
• Amsterdam area
• English and NL both possible