Lead Software Engineer – JavaLocation:Hybrid IrelandAre you passionate about designing robust, scalable cloud-native systems and shaping the future of digital business platforms? We're hiring a Lead Software Engineer to play a key role in building core components of a modern cloud-based solution. You'll work on cutting-edge technologies, collaborating closely with architecture, DevOps, and cross-functional delivery teams to deliver impactful solutions.What You'll Do:Design and develop clean, scalable, and maintainable backend systems using Java and the Spring ecosystem.Contribute to architectural decisions and advocate for best practices across DevOps, CI/CD, and microservice design.Build and maintain cloud-native applications deployed on AWS, GCP, or Azure using Docker and Kubernetes.Support continuous integration and deployment pipelines using tools like Maven, GitHub Actions, and Kubernetes-native solutions.Drive automated testing practices (unit, integration, and end-to-end) to ensure code quality and system reliability.Help implement and maintain secure coding principles and optimize systems for performance and cloud scalability.Contribute to a collaborative team environment that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence.Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a strong team culture of inclusion and improvement.What You Bring:7+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong background in Java and the Spring framework.Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure).Hands-on experience with automated testing frameworks and practices.Knowledge of secure software design, performance tuning, and building for scalability in the cloud.A strategic thinker with the ability to balance technical quality and rapid delivery.Experience working in Agile teams with a strong focus on continuous improvement and DevOps culture.Familiarity with modern frontend frameworks like React or Angular is a plus.A proactive mindset with a passion for innovation and problem-solving.If this sounds like your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you Apply now.