Backend Lead Software Engineer

Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience.
Hands-on practical experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability.
Advanced proficiency in the Java Spring programming language.
Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods.
Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle.
Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, Application Resiliency, and Security.
Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.).
In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and its IT systems.
Practical cloud-native experience, including AWS.
Ability to multitask and swiftly transition between different types of issues.

Execute creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting, with the ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or resolve technical problems.
Develop secure, high-quality production code, and review and debug code written by others.
Identify opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems.
Lead evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information architecture.
Lead communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies.
Contribute to a team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect.

Extensive experience in designing and developing Microservices using Java and Spring Boot.