Backend / Integration Lead (Java)

A Backend / Integration Lead (Java) is typically responsible for leading the design, development, and integration of backend systems, APIs, and enterprise applications while mentoring developers and coordinating with stakeholder. Technical lead for Backend Squad. Owns Java Spring Boot services, and API design. Design and develop scalable, secure, and high-performance backend applications using Java and Spring Boot. Define backend architecture, coding standards, design patterns, and development best practices. Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs, microservices, and enterprise integration services. Lead system integration with internal and external applications using REST, SOAP, messaging platforms, and event-driven architectures. Ensure API security, versioning, documentation, and governance using industry standards. Review code, conduct technical design reviews, and enforce quality assurance practices. Mentor and coach backend developers, providing technical guidance and performance feedback. Design and optimize database interactions, including SQL queries, stored procedures, and transaction management. Analyze and resolve complex production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures. Drive application performance tuning, scalability improvements, and system reliability initiatives. Implement automated units, integration, and performance testing to ensure software quality. Ensure compliance with security, data privacy, and organizational governance requirements. Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and architectural approaches to improve backend capabilities. Manage technical risks, estimate development effort, and contribute to project planning and resource allocation. Coordinate release planning, deployment activities, and post-production support. Produce and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, API specifications, and operational procedures. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration between enterprise systems and third-party platforms. Monitor application health, availability, and performance using logging, monitoring, and observability tools, and lead continuous improvement initiatives

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor's degree in one of the following: Computer Science Software Engineering Computer Engineering Information Technology Information Systems (or a closely related field) Preferred Certifications Oracle Certified Professional (Java) AWS Certified Developer or Solutions Architect Microsoft Azure Developer Associate Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD) Scrum Master or Agile certifications TOGAF (for enterprise architecture roles) Technical Lead with 10+ years of experience specializing in Integration activities and deliver end-to-end APIs and solutions to integrate Portal / Mobile with different backend system. Analyze and optimize integration of Mobile applications with different backend system to have the best experience of online shopping. Kuwait/ Transferable Visa Employment Type Full-time

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