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Lead Java Engineer
Senior • Hybrid
190 - 230 PLN
Krakow, Poland
Lead Backend Engineer (Java & Test Automation)
Your Career Opportunity: Global Disbursements Platform
Join a high-performing team building Global Disbursements, a cutting-edge payments platform that enables customers to move funds freely and fast across the globe. Our system handles everything from supplier payments and salary credits to direct tax settlements and multi-channel money transfers.
As a Lead Backend Engineer, you will drive the delivery of key projects through high-quality analysis, Agile design, and deep technical insight. You will work in a modern DevOps environment, ensuring our solutions are scalable, secure, and highly efficient.
What You’ll Do:
Technical Leadership: Provide mentorship and guidance to a team of engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and growth.
Backend Development: Lead the design and development of robust backend services and microservices using Java 8/11/17.
Automation Strategy: Drive the team’s approach to automated testing, promoting best practices and implementing frameworks to optimize delivery and reduce costs.
Architectural Evolution: Reduce system complexity by migrating to modern integration patterns, including APIs, Kafka, and microservices.
Process Optimization: Oversee the enhancement of Straight-Through-Processing (STP) capabilities to ensure seamless financial operations.
What You Need to Succeed (Must-have):
Experience: At least 10 years of professional software engineering experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a technical leadership or Lead Developer role.
Java Mastery: Strong proficiency in Java 8+ (Java 17+ is highly preferred).
Architecture: Deep understanding of microservices architecture, design patterns, and industry best practices.
Test Automation: Advanced, hands-on experience in software testing, specifically in designing and implementing automation frameworks.
Tech Stack: Solid knowledge of Spring/Spring Boot and a working understanding of RESTful microservices and APIs.
Data: Experience with database technologies and SQL (Oracle preferred).
Nice-to-have:
Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodologies.
Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
Previous experience working within or closely with a QA team.
Why apply for an Antal job offer?
When your application is successful, you will be supported by a dedicated Consultant who will stay in regular contact with you (via email or phone), help you prepare for interviews with your future employer, and ensure a smooth and professional recruitment process.
About Antal
Antal is a leading recruitment and HR advisory company, present in Poland since 1996 and later expanded to the Czech Republic and Hungary. Across the CEE region, we employ around 150 professionals who deliver a full range of services – from specialist and executive recruitment, employee outsourcing and HR consulting, to employer branding and market research.
Our division-based structure combines deep industry expertise with functional specialisation, enabling us to provide tailored solutions for companies in every sector. We act as a trusted partner for both employers and candidates, sharing our knowledge and guiding them through every stage of the talent journey. We connect exceptional people with the right opportunities and help organisations build successful teams.
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Krakow, Poland
200 - 250 PLN/hr
🏢 Summary: Lead Software Engineer (Java) role on a large-scale international payment platform within the financial services sector. The position combines hands-on development with technical leadership, focusing on microservices, API-first architecture, and DevOps practices in an Agile environment. You will design and modernize high-availability systems supporting complex payment operations across multiple regions. 🗂️ Requirements: Minimum 10 years of professional IT experience, Minimum 3 years experience as Lead or Tech Lead, Strong knowledge of Java 11+, Experience with Spring and Spring Boot, Strong SQL and relational databases knowledge, Experience with Oracle database, Experience designing REST APIs, Experience with microservices architecture, Experience working in DevOps teams, Knowledge of Kubernetes, Experience with Git 📃 Skills: Java, Spring, SpringBoot, SQL, Oracle, REST, Microservices, Kubernetes, Git, React, JavaScript, DevOps, Agile 🏢 Description: 📍 Location: Kraków (hybrid - 2 days in the office per week) 📄 B2B: 200–250 PLN / h 🏦 Industry: Financial Services / Payments We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer (Java) to work on an international payment platform used in a large-scale enterprise environment. The system supports a variety of financial transfers and payment operations across multiple regions. This role combines technical leadership and hands-on development, including mentoring a development team and designing modern software solutions. You will work in an Agile environment with a focus on microservices, API-first architecture, and DevOps practices. Key Responsibilities: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the development team. Design, develop, and maintain applications and microservices (backend and frontend). Work with Java 11/17/21 and frontend technologies such as React. Modernize existing systems and migrate to API/microservice-based architectures. Implement and improve automated testing frameworks. Enhance efficiency and automation of processing workflows (STP). Collaborate closely with technical teams and business stakeholders. Requirements: Minimum 10 years of professional experience in IT. At least 3 years experience as a Lead / Tech Lead. Strong knowledge of Java 11+ (Java 17+ preferred). Experience with Spring / Spring Boot. Strong SQL and relational database knowledge (Oracle preferred). Experience designing REST APIs and microservice architectures. Experience working in DevOps teams. Knowledge of JavaScript / React (preferred). Experience with Kubernetes and Git (required). What We Offer: Work on a long-term, international project with high scale and complexity. Real impact on architecture, standards, and best practices. Luxmed healthcare package and Multisport card. Mature engineering environment focused on quality and automation. Co zyskasz dzięki aplikacji na ofertę Antal? Gdy Twoja aplikacja zostanie rozpatrzona pozytywnie (zostaniesz zaproszony/a do procesu), otrzymasz wsparcie Konsultanta/Konsultantki, który/a utrzyma z Tobą stały kontakt (mailowo lub telefonicznie), pomoże Ci przygotować się do rozmowy rekrutacyjnej z przyszłym pracodawcą oraz zatroszczy się o jakość procesu rekrutacyjnego, w którym aktualnie bierzesz udział. Kim jesteśmy? Jesteśmy liderem rekrutacji specjalistów i menedżerów oraz doradztwa w obszarze HR. Marka obecna jest w 35 krajach, w Polsce działa od 1996 roku. Przez ten czas zbudowaliśmy wiele karier kandydatów, dzięki elastycznemu i kompleksowemu podejściu do wszystkich rekrutacji. Antal tworzy ponad 130 profesjonalnych konsultantów ds. rekrutacji, którzy są oni nie tylko skutecznymi rekruterami, ale także wykwalifikowanymi doradcami, specjalizującymi się zarówno w zakresie wybranego sektora, jak i stanowiska.
Technology
Antal Sp. z o.o.
Backend Software Engineer (Java)
Senior
Hybrid
Krakow, Poland
160 - 200 PLN
🏢 Summary: QA Lead with strong backend Java expertise to drive manual and automated testing for a global payment platform in a DevOps/Agile environment. The role combines hands-on API test automation with team leadership, quality standards definition, and close collaboration with developers. Focused on ensuring high-quality, secure financial transaction systems at scale. 🗂️ Requirements: Minimum 5 years of experience in manual and automated testing, Experience in leading or mentoring QA teams, Very good knowledge of Java (backend), Experience with Cucumber and Postman, Hands-on experience in API testing, Strong knowledge of relational databases (Oracle, MySQL or other), Knowledge of SDLC and testing processes, Experience working in Agile environment, Ability to create and maintain automated API tests, Experience with test planning and reporting 📃 Skills: Java, Cucumber, Postman, API, Oracle, MySQL, SQL, SDLC, Agile, Selenium, JMeter, Jenkins, Docker, Git, Linux, Kubernetes, Kafka, TDD 🏢 Description: Backend Software Engineer (Java)B2B | Hybryda z Krakowa w wymiarze 8 dni w miesiącu z biura O projekcie Dołączysz do zespołu rozwijającego globalną platformę płatniczą, która umożliwia klientom i partnerom biznesowym szybkie i bezpieczne transfery środków na całym świecie – od płatności dla dostawców, przez wypłaty wynagrodzeń, aż po rozliczenia podatkowe i transfery wielokanałowe. Twoją rolą będzie wsparcie realizacji projektów poprzez wysokiej jakości testowanie (manualne i automatyczne), tworzenie artefaktów w duchu Agile oraz dostarczanie zespołowi developerskiemu realnej wartości biznesowej – w środowisku DevOps. Zakres obowiązków Liderstwo i mentoring zespołu QA Tworzenie, rozwijanie i utrzymanie automatycznych testów (API / backend) Przygotowywanie testów (w tym danych testowych) Wykonywanie testów automatycznych oraz analiza i troubleshooting wyników Współpraca z developerami przy usuwaniu defektów Review i sign-off user stories oraz low-level design Organizowanie przeglądów automatycznych testów z managementem Tworzenie planów testów oraz raportów z wykonania Współtworzenie standardów jakości w projekcie Aktywne uczestnictwo w procesie wytwórczym (Agile / DevOps) Wymagania (must-have) Min. 5 lat doświadczenia w testowaniu manualnym i automatycznym (w tym zarządzanie zespołem) Bardzo dobra znajomość Java (backend) Doświadczenie z: Cucumber Postman Doświadczenie w testach API Bardzo dobra znajomość relacyjnych baz danych (Oracle, MySQL lub inne) Znajomość procesów testowych i cyklu życia oprogramowania (SDLC) Doświadczenie w pracy w środowisku Agile Bardzo dobra znajomość języka angielskiego Umiejętności komunikacyjne i organizacyjne Mile widziane (nice-to-have) TDD Selenium, JMeter lub inne narzędzia automatyzujące Jenkins, Docker, Git Podstawowa znajomość Linux (shell, komendy) Doświadczenie z Kubernetes (K8S) i Kafka Doświadczenie w projektach płatniczych / fintech Praktyczne doświadczenie developerskie (backend Java) Kogo szukamy? Osoby, która łączy kompetencje techniczne backend developera z silnym profilem QA Lead — potrafi zarówno pisać i rozwijać automatyczne testy, jak i wyznaczać standardy jakości w zespole. Szukamy lidera, który: rozumie biznes i technologię, myśli jakościowo i systemowo, potrafi usprawniać procesy, dobrze odnajduje się w środowisku DevOps. Oferujemy Udział w rozwoju globalnej platformy płatniczej Realny wpływ na jakość i architekturę rozwiązania Współpracę z międzynarodowym zespołem Stabilne środowisko technologiczne i nowoczesny stack Możliwość rozwoju w kierunku architektury jakości / test automation leadership Co zyskasz dzięki aplikacji na ofertę Antal? Gdy Twoja aplikacja zostanie rozpatrzona pozytywnie (zostaniesz zaproszony/a do procesu), otrzymasz wsparcie Konsultanta/Konsultantki, który/a utrzyma z Tobą stały kontakt (mailowo lub telefonicznie), pomoże Ci przygotować się do rozmowy rekrutacyjnej z przyszłym pracodawcą oraz zatroszczy się o jakość procesu rekrutacyjnego, w którym aktualnie bierzesz udział. Kim jesteśmy? Jesteśmy liderem rekrutacji specjalistów i menedżerów oraz doradztwa w obszarze HR. Marka obecna jest w 35 krajach, w Polsce działa od 1996 roku. Przez ten czas zbudowaliśmy wiele karier kandydatów, dzięki elastycznemu i kompleksowemu podejściu do wszystkich rekrutacji. Antal tworzy ponad 130 profesjonalnych konsultantów ds. rekrutacji, którzy są oni nie tylko skutecznymi rekruterami, ale także wykwalifikowanymi doradcami, specjalizującymi się zarówno w zakresie wybranego sektora, jak i stanowiska.
Technology
Antal Sp. z o.o.
Backend Software Engineer (Java)
Senior
Hybrid
Krakow, Poland
160 - 200 PLN
🏢 Summary: Hybrid B2B role for a Backend Software Engineer (Java) with strong QA Lead expertise, focused on building and maintaining automated API/backend tests for a global payment platform. The position combines backend Java knowledge with leadership in test automation, quality standards, and Agile/DevOps practices. You will mentor QA team members and drive high-quality delivery in a fintech environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Minimum 5 years of experience in manual and automated testing, Experience in leading or mentoring QA teams, Very good knowledge of Java (backend), Experience with Cucumber, Experience with Postman, Experience in API testing, Very good knowledge of relational databases (Oracle, MySQL or others), Knowledge of SDLC and testing processes, Experience working in Agile environment, Very good English skills 📃 Skills: Java, Cucumber, Postman, API, Oracle, MySQL, SQL, Agile, DevOps, TDD, Selenium, JMeter, Jenkins, Docker, Git, Linux, Kubernetes, Kafka 🏢 Description: Backend Software Engineer (Java) B2B | Hybryda z Krakowa w wymiarze 8 dni w miesiącu z biura O projekcie Dołączysz do zespołu rozwijającego globalną platformę płatniczą, która umożliwia klientom i partnerom biznesowym szybkie i bezpieczne transfery środków na całym świecie – od płatności dla dostawców, przez wypłaty wynagrodzeń, aż po rozliczenia podatkowe i transfery wielokanałowe. Twoją rolą będzie wsparcie realizacji projektów poprzez wysokiej jakości testowanie (manualne i automatyczne), tworzenie artefaktów w duchu Agile oraz dostarczanie zespołowi developerskiemu realnej wartości biznesowej – w środowisku DevOps. Zakres obowiązków Liderstwo i mentoring zespołu QA Tworzenie, rozwijanie i utrzymanie automatycznych testów (API / backend) Przygotowywanie testów (w tym danych testowych) Wykonywanie testów automatycznych oraz analiza i troubleshooting wyników Współpraca z developerami przy usuwaniu defektów Review i sign-off user stories oraz low-level design Organizowanie przeglądów automatycznych testów z managementem Tworzenie planów testów oraz raportów z wykonania Współtworzenie standardów jakości w projekcie Aktywne uczestnictwo w procesie wytwórczym (Agile / DevOps) Wymagania (must-have) Min. 5 lat doświadczenia w testowaniu manualnym i automatycznym (w tym zarządzanie zespołem) Bardzo dobra znajomość Java (backend) Doświadczenie z: Cucumber Postman Doświadczenie w testach API Bardzo dobra znajomość relacyjnych baz danych (Oracle, MySQL lub inne) Znajomość procesów testowych i cyklu życia oprogramowania (SDLC) Doświadczenie w pracy w środowisku Agile Bardzo dobra znajomość języka angielskiego Umiejętności komunikacyjne i organizacyjne Mile widziane (nice-to-have) TDD Selenium, JMeter lub inne narzędzia automatyzujące Jenkins, Docker, Git Podstawowa znajomość Linux (shell, komendy) Doświadczenie z Kubernetes (K8S) i Kafka Doświadczenie w projektach płatniczych / fintech Praktyczne doświadczenie developerskie (backend Java) Kogo szukamy? Osoby, która łączy kompetencje techniczne backend developera z silnym profilem QA Lead — potrafi zarówno pisać i rozwijać automatyczne testy, jak i wyznaczać standardy jakości w zespole. Szukamy lidera, który: rozumie biznes i technologię, myśli jakościowo i systemowo, potrafi usprawniać procesy, dobrze odnajduje się w środowisku DevOps. Oferujemy Udział w rozwoju globalnej platformy płatniczej Realny wpływ na jakość i architekturę rozwiązania Współpracę z międzynarodowym zespołem Stabilne środowisko technologiczne i nowoczesny stack Możliwość rozwoju w kierunku architektury jakości / test automation leadership Co zyskasz dzięki aplikacji na ofertę Antal? Gdy Twoja aplikacja zostanie rozpatrzona pozytywnie (zostaniesz zaproszony/a do procesu), otrzymasz wsparcie Konsultanta/Konsultantki, który/a utrzyma z Tobą stały kontakt (mailowo lub telefonicznie), pomoże Ci przygotować się do rozmowy rekrutacyjnej z przyszłym pracodawcą oraz zatroszczy się o jakość procesu rekrutacyjnego, w którym aktualnie bierzesz udział. Kim jesteśmy? Jesteśmy liderem rekrutacji specjalistów i menedżerów oraz doradztwa w obszarze HR. Marka obecna jest w 35 krajach, w Polsce działa od 1996 roku. Przez ten czas zbudowaliśmy wiele karier kandydatów, dzięki elastycznemu i kompleksowemu podejściu do wszystkich rekrutacji. Antal tworzy ponad 130 profesjonalnych konsultantów ds. rekrutacji, którzy są oni nie tylko skutecznymi rekruterami, ale także wykwalifikowanymi doradcami, specjalizującymi się zarówno w zakresie wybranego sektora, jak i stanowiska.