Microservices Lead Engineer

You will be working as a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Kotlin and Java for a full-time position in Thiruvananthapuram, India. Your primary responsibility will be to design, develop, and provide guidance for complex backend and microservices projects. Additionally, you will offer technical leadership to engineering teams, ensure code quality, and drive delivery throughout the software development lifecycle. Your key responsibilities will include leading the design, development, and delivery of backend services and microservices using Kotlin and Java. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish technical standards and uphold best engineering practices. Moreover, you will mentor and guide junior engineers, perform regular code reviews, and offer technical direction. It will be essential for you to interact with customers and stakeholders to clarify requirements and deliver robust technical solutions. You will also oversee project schedules to ensure timely completion of deliverables, maintain high code quality, proper documentation, and adherence to engineering processes. Identifying and resolving technical issues proactively to minimize defects and enhance customer satisfaction will be a crucial part of your role. To excel in this position, you must possess 5-7 years of solid professional experience in Kotlin and Java backend development. Demonstrated experience in leading software engineering teams or technical initiatives is required. Expertise in designing scalable microservices and backend architectures, a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, coding standards, and Agile practices are essential. You should also have strong problem-solving skills, experience with major databases and cloud platforms, and excellent team communication and leadership abilities.,