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Role Overview: Cloudgov.ai is looking for a highly skilled Engineering Lead with a strong full stack Java development background to lead their engineering efforts. As the Engineering Lead, you will be responsible for guiding a team of engineers, designing scalable software solutions, and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation within the team. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical leader who enjoys solving complex problems in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment. Key Responsibilities: - Technical Leadership & Execution: - Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable full stack applications. - Act as a technical mentor, guiding junior and mid-level engineers in best practices, code reviews, and problem-solving. - Drive architecture decisions to ensure robustness, scalability, and maintainability. - Own the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) from planning and coding to deployment and monitoring. - Hands-on Development: - Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and React. - Optimize backend services and APIs for high performance and scalability. - Build and maintain frontend applications using modern JavaScript frameworks like React. - Implement best-in-class security practices for web applications and cloud environments. - Team Leadership & Collaboration: - Manage, mentor, and grow a high-performing engineering team. - Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. - Work closely with cross-functional teams (Product, DevOps, AI/ML, Finance) to align technical goals with business objectives. - Ensure agile development methodologies and best engineering practices are followed. - Cloud & DevOps Integration: - Design cloud-native applications using AWS, Azure, and GCP. - Utilize DevOps tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines to enhance deployment efficiency. - Optimize application performance using caching solutions like Redis and database scaling strategies. Qualification Required: - Education & Experience: - Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. - 8+ years of hands-on full stack development experience, with a strong Java ecosystem background. - 2+ years of experience in technical leadership or team management. - Technical Skills: - Expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and REST APIs. - Strong frontend development skills in React.js (or similar JavaScript frameworks). - Deep understanding of database management (SQL, NoSQL, Redis). - Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP (certifications are a plus). - Knowledge of DevOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines). - Familiarity with microservices architecture and best security practices. - Soft Skills & Mindset: - Passion for problem-solving and innovation in cloud technologies. - Strong leadership, mentorship, and team-building abilities. - Ability to balance hands-on coding with strategic decision-making. - Excellent communication and collaboration skills across teams.,
