AI-Driven Java Tech Lead — Scalable Gaming Systems

Patrianna; Town of Poland (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Patrianna is seeking a lead Java architect to design and deliver scalable solutions powering a next‑generation gaming platform. You will influence architecture, code reviews, and data strategies across the engineering team.

You will thrive in an AI-aware engineering culture, owning reliability, performance, and security while mentoring peers and guiding best practices in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive production experience with Java and JVM internals.
• Strong system design capabilities with ability to document and implement complex architectures.
• Advanced knowledge of relational databases, PostgreSQL, and performance tuning.
• Solid understanding of messaging concepts, especially Kafka.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and knowledge of concurrency and security best practices.
• Leadership experience with mentoring teams and stakeholder communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement complex, scalable system architectures while mentoring team members and driving technical excellence.
• Lead code reviews and establish best practices to ensure high-quality deliverables across the engineering team.
• Optimize database performance and design robust data solutions, particularly with PostgreSQL and query optimization.
• Architect and maintain messaging systems using Kafka or similar technologies to handle high-volume data streams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues, owning system reliability and performance.
• Facilitate technical discussions and foster collaborative problem-solving across cross-functional teams.

Skills

Java production experience

JVM internals

System design

PostgreSQL performance tuning

Kafka messaging

Concurrency & security

Leadership & mentoring

English communication

Job description

Patrianna is seeking a lead Java architect to design and deliver scalable solutions powering a next‑generation gaming platform. You will influence architecture, code reviews, and data strategies across the engineering team.

You will thrive in an AI-aware engineering culture, owning reliability, performance, and security while mentoring peers and guiding best practices in a fast-growing environment.