Lead Java Engineer
ref nr: 364/2/2026/KG/94610
In Antal we have been dealing with recruitment for over 20 years. Thanks to the fact that we operate in 10 specialised divisions, we have an excellent orientation in current industry trends. We precisely determine the specific nature of the job, classifying key skills and necessary qualifications. Our mission is not only to find a candidate whose competences fit the requirements of the given job advertisement, but first and foremost a position which meets the candidate’s expectations. Employment agency registration number: 496.
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:
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Technical Leadership: Provide mentorship and guidance to a team of engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and growth.
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Backend Development: Lead the design and development of robust backend services and microservices using Java 8/11/17.
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Automation Strategy: Drive the team’s approach to automated testing, promoting best practices and implementing frameworks to optimize delivery and reduce costs.
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Architectural Evolution: Reduce system complexity by migrating to modern integration patterns, including APIs, Kafka, and microservices.
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Process Optimization: Oversee the enhancement of Straight-Through-Processing (STP) capabilities to ensure seamless financial operations.
What You Need to Succeed (Must-have):
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Experience: At least 10 years of professional software engineering experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a technical leadership or Lead Developer role.
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Java Mastery: Strong proficiency in Java 8+ (Java 17+ is highly preferred).
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Architecture: Deep understanding of microservices architecture, design patterns, and industry best practices.
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Test Automation: Advanced, hands-on experience in software testing, specifically in designing and implementing automation frameworks.
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Tech Stack: Solid knowledge of Spring/Spring Boot and a working understanding of RESTful microservices and APIs.
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Data: Experience with database technologies and SQL (Oracle preferred).
Nice-to-have:
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Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodologies.
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Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
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Previous experience working within or closely with a QA team.
