Software Technical Lead

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Software Technical Lead based in United States.

As a Software Technical Lead, you will provide technical direction for teams building complex, mission-critical enterprise applications. You’ll combine hands-on Java development with architecture, engineering leadership, and AI-driven innovation. The role spans full-stack application design, distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and modern AI capabilities. You’ll mentor engineers, establish strong technical practices, and help teams deliver scalable, secure, and reliable solutions. You’ll also work closely with product, data, AI, and client stakeholders to translate business objectives into effective technical strategies. This is an opportunity for an experienced engineering leader to shape both the technology and the way modern AI-assisted software teams build products.

Accountabilities

• Lead the technical architecture and design of full-stack Java applications using Spring Boot, microservices, distributed systems, and modern front-end frameworks.
• Guide hands-on development while establishing high standards for code quality, maintainability, security, scalability, and engineering excellence.
• Drive the integration of AI and machine learning capabilities into enterprise solutions, including LLM-powered functionality, intelligent automation, and AI-assisted workflows.
• Champion AI-assisted engineering tools and practices that improve development velocity, reliability, quality, and developer experience.
• Mentor and coach engineers across different experience levels, fostering continuous learning, technical growth, and strong engineering practices.
• Collaborate with product, data, AI, and engineering teams to define technical strategy and deliver cohesive end-to-end solutions.
• Oversee application performance, scalability, observability, reliability, and security across the technology stack.
• Contribute to cloud architecture, containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices to support reliable and efficient software delivery.
• Facilitate technical discussions with clients and stakeholders, translating complex engineering concepts into clear recommendations, tradeoffs, and actionable decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve development processes, architecture, and technology adoption while keeping solutions aligned with business and client objectives.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience, including substantial hands-on experience developing full-stack Java applications.
• Deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and distributed system architecture.
• Strong experience with modern front-end technologies such as React, Angular, or Vue.
• Demonstrated experience integrating AI/ML services or developing AI-enhanced product capabilities, including familiarity with LLM-powered solutions or intelligent automation.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, along with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Proven technical leadership experience, including mentoring engineers, guiding engineering teams, and making architecture and technology decisions.
• Experience with observability, performance optimization, scalability, reliability, and secure software architecture.
• Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices, CI/CD, DevOps, and cloud-native development.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work directly with clients and explain complex technical concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated curiosity, adaptability, and a continuous-improvement mindset, with an interest in using AI to enhance engineering outcomes.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident residing in the United States and able to work without visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead the technical direction of complex, mission-critical enterprise software initiatives.
• Hands-on exposure to modern Java, cloud, distributed systems, and AI technologies.
• Opportunity to influence how AI-assisted engineering is integrated into software development practices.
• Collaborative environment spanning software engineering, data, AI, and product disciplines.
• Strong opportunities for technical leadership, mentoring, and professional growth.
• Direct interaction with clients and senior stakeholders on complex technology initiatives.
• Remote work opportunity within the United States.
• Focus on continuous learning, innovation, and improving engineering outcomes.

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

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