Tech Lead - Java/ Scala/ Akka

Capgemini; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (vacation)

Company paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings plans (401(k))

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Capgemini is seeking an experienced Tech Lead to provide technical leadership across multiple Core Services teams. You will define architecture, engineering standards, and drive a scalable platform across the domain.

The role requires deep JVM expertise, Java and Scala proficiency, and hands-on experience with Spring Boot, Kafka, and microservices in production. You will mentor engineers, influence across teams, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to align technical direction with business

Qualifications

• 10+ years of backend software engineering experience
• Demonstrated technical leadership across multiple teams
• Deep expertise in JVM ecosystem and Java
• Experience with Scala or ability to learn quickly
• Design, build, and operate microservices at scale
• Proficient with Spring Framework / Spring Boot and REST APIs
• Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka and event-driven architectures
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and influence skills
• Ability to align engineers, tech leaders, and business stakeholders around a shared technical vision

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the technical vision, architecture, and engineering standards across multiple teams
• Design, build, and evolve scalable microservices and distributed systems
• Lead cross-team architectural initiatives and ensure platform consistency
• Guide teams on reliability, observability, and production readiness
• Partner with managers and senior stakeholders to align technical decisions with business goals
• Mentor senior engineers and technical leaders across the organization
• Act as escalation point for complex technical challenges spanning teams

Skills

Java

Scala

Spring Framework

Kafka

Microservices

Distributed systems

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Leadership / Influence

Tools

Play Framework

Akka

Job description

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.LocationPreference - Miami, FLAlso - Atlanta, Dallas, NJ, Chicago, NashvilleAbout the job you're consideringAt Capgemini, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technology solutions that drive business value and enhance client experiences. You will contribute to the design, development, and continuous improvement of scalable, high-quality solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment.Your roleWe are looking for an experienced Tech Lead to provide technical leadership across multiple Core Services teams. This role sits above individual Engineering Managers and Tech Managers, acting as the senior technical authority responsible for shaping architecture, establishing engineering standards, and ensuring a scalable, reliable platform across the domain.You will work across four Core Services PODs, driving technical strategy, influencing engineering direction, and solving complex cross-team challenges. Success in this role requires strong engineering judgment, exceptional communication skills, and a proven ability to lead through influence rather than direct authority.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and drive the technical vision, architecture, and engineering standards across multiple teams.Design, build, and evolve highly scalable, resilient microservices and distributed systems.Lead cross-team architectural initiatives and ensure consistency across the Core Services platform.Guide teams on system reliability, operational excellence, and production readiness.Partner with Tech Managers and senior stakeholders to align technical decisions with business objectives.Mentor senior engineers and technical leaders, fostering engineering excellence across the organization.Act as the escalation point for complex technical challenges spanning multiple teams and services.Required Experience & SkillsTechnical Expertise10+ years of backend software engineering experience, including a demonstrated track record of technical leadership across multiple teams or a significant business domain.Deep expertise within the JVM ecosystem, with strong hands-on experience in Java.Experience with Scala, or a strong interest and ability to quickly learn and adopt it.Proven success designing, building, and operating microservices at scale in production environments.Strong experience with Spring Framework / Spring Boot, including:REST API developmentDependency Injection (DI)Broader Spring ecosystem componentsExperience with reactive and concurrent programming frameworks such as:Play FrameworkAkkaOr equivalent technologies with the ability to rapidly ramp up.Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka and event-driven or streaming architectures in production.Leadership & InfluenceProven ability to define technical direction and establish standards adopted by multiple engineering teams.Strong communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.Ability to align engineers, tech leaders, and business stakeholders around a shared technical vision without relying on organizational hierarchy.Operations & ReliabilityStrong background in production operations and system reliability, including:Monitoring and observabilityAlerting and incident managementOn-call ownershipTroubleshooting and debugging large-scale distributed systems#DI-CM1Nice to HaveProduction experience with Scala and functional programming principles.Experience building backend systems using Go.Knowledge of cloud-native technologies and modern infrastructure, including:DockerKubernetesCI/CD pipelinesStrong understanding of distributed systems patterns and large-scale architectures.Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases.Experience mentoring senior engineers, Tech Leads, Engineering Managers, or technical leadership teams.Technology StackThe core technology landscape includes:LanguagesJavaScalaGoFrameworks & PlatformsSpring FrameworkSpring BootPlay FrameworkAkkaData & MessagingApache KafkaEvent-Driven ArchitectureStreaming SystemsInfrastructureDockerKubernetesCI/CD PipelinesCloud PlatformsThe base compensation range for this role in the posted location is $82,082 to $193,440Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick LeaveMedical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)Life and disability insuranceEmployee assistance programsOther benefits as provided by local policy and eligibilityImportant Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.DisclaimersCapgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process.Click the following link for more information on your rights as an Applicant in the United States. http://www.capgemini.com/resources/equal-employment-opportunity-is-the-lawCapgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.