Java Developer Team Lead

Java Developer Team Lead About the Role This role combines technical leadership, people leadership, and architectural ownership, setting the foundation for a scalable iGaming B2B platform. This is a key leadership role with direct impact on technology direction, delivery velocity, and future team scaling. Key responsibilities: Lead and grow a high-performing Java development team Drive best practices in Java, Redis, PostgreSQL Ensure code quality, scalability, and long-term maintainability Mentor engineers and build future technical leaders Build and manage integrations with third-party systems and external services Take end-to-end ownership of features-from design to deployment and support Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve product-related issues Continuously research and implement improvements to existing systems and architecture Ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability of backend services Requirements: 8+ years of experience in Core Java development Proven experience leading engineering teams Strong experience with Spring Boot and microservices architecture, Quarkus is an advantage Proven track record in building scalable backend systems Hands-on experience in iGaming, particularly with casino game servers Solid understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases Familiarity with gambling mechanics and industry concepts Strong communication and problem-solving skills Nice to have Experience with Quarkus Knowledge of WebSockets, JWT, and CORS Experience with Docker, Redis, RabbitMQ, Kafka, or similar technologies Background in performance optimization and system tuning Familiarity with certification processes for casino game servers What we offer Competitive salary and performance-based rewards A collaborative and professional work environment Paid vacation and sick leave Regular team events and company-sponsored activities Locations Bulgaria, Hungary, Poland