Technical Lead (Java, Microservices)

Quick Facts

• Hands-on role (~75% programming)
• Microservices and distributed systems
• Warsaw hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote

Description

You will design and develop modern microservice-based systems with hands-on coding (~75%). The role focuses on DDD-aligned architecture, evolving integrations and APIs, supporting technical decision-making, and mentoring developers through code reviews. You will work with event-driven architecture, end-to-end observability, security, and container orchestration.

Role description & responsibilities

• Actively participate in the architecture and development of Java microservices
• Design solutions aligned with Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
• Develop and evolve integrations and APIs
• Ensure architectural quality and support ongoing technical decisions
• Run code reviews and mentor developers
• Collaborate cross-functionally and co-assess technology risks

Requirements (Must have)

• Strong Java production experience with active coding (~75% of the time)
• 5+ years designing and building (web) systems
• Experience building microservices and distributed systems
• Strong knowledge of architectural and integration patterns
• Experience designing APIs and integrating systems
• Practical knowledge of DDD (Domain-Driven Design)
• Practical knowledge of relational databases (SQL, query optimization)
• Event-Driven Architecture experience
• End-to-end observability
• Application security knowledge
• Experience with code review, mentoring, and technical team leadership
• Cross-team collaboration experience
• Ability to co-create technology decisions and assess risks
• Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes
• English at least B2
• Ability to provide services in Poland
• Availability for Warsaw hybrid work (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Benefits

Opportunity to work on a strategic transformation program with a real impact on customer service and the development of modern technologies in the insurance industry.