Overview
IT Lead Engineer - Java - Payments & Cards at Bank of Ireland. This role leads design, development, and deployment of scalable microservices-based applications, mentoring a team of engineers and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to drive software engineering best practices.
The Payments team has a significant change agenda across Payments Services, and this role supports the Java engineering capability with deep expertise in Java/JEE, Spring Boot, and Microservices, along with a strong understanding of Agile Scrum. Experience in the payments domain is a significant advantage.
In this Role, you will
* Design and architect scalable, secure, and high-performance Java-based applications
* Collaborate with business analysts, developers, and QA teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
* Lead the design and review of system architecture, data models, and integration strategies across the team
* Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and technical documentation
* Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
* Mentor junior developers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
* Complete and review BoI conceptual, logical and deployment technical design documentation and equivalent Kyndryl (IBM) documentation
* Troubleshoot application issues and support infrastructure troubleshooting
* Monitor and optimize system performance, scalability, and reliability to meet non-functional requirements
What will make you stand out
* 7+ years of hands-on Java/JEE development experience, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role
* Strong expertise in Spring Boot and Microservices Architecture
* Proven experience in Agile Scrum environments and relational databases
* Excellent problem-solving, proactive mindset, and strong communication and leadership skills
* Team-oriented with a collaborative approach and mentoring mindset
Essential Qualifications
There are no specific qualifications or minimum educational requirements specified for this role.
About the Team & Environment
Our IT Engineering & Delivery teams design, build, test and deliver technology powering Bank of Ireland. Teams are based in Dublin, Ireland; Belfast, Northern Ireland; and Bristol, UK, supporting digital transformation, platform modernization, resilience, and accelerated software delivery. The role emphasizes cloud adoption, DevSecOps, automation, cybersecurity, and engineering standard processes to ensure secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions. We embrace Scaled Agile and hybrid work arrangements.
Location & Hybrid Working
This is a hybrid role, based primarily in Dublin. The organization typically expects around 8 days per month in-person for collaboration, with arrangements confirmed by the recruiter to meet role needs.
Why Bank of Ireland
The Bank of Ireland culture prioritises work-life balance with flexible working, 25 days annual leave, and strong pension contributions. We offer family-friendly policies, wellbeing resources, and support for educational and professional qualifications to grow your career.
Additional Information
We provide reasonable accommodations in the recruitment process for disabilities or neurodivergence. If you require an accommodation, please contact the recruitment team. Agency assistance policies apply.
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