Lead Software Engineer (Java, AWS)

We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer who will play a dual role within the development team, serving as both a senior, hands-on Engineer and a technical mentor/decision-maker. The Lead Software Engineer is critical in translating business requirements into high-quality, secure, and shippable software, ensuring technical alignment with the broader architectural and non-functional requirements.  Why Join Exadel Exadel is an AI-first global tech company with 25+ years of engineering excellence, 2,000+ professionals, and 500+ active projects powering Fortune 500 clients, including HBO, Microsoft, Google, and Starbucks. From AI platforms to digital transformation, we partner with enterprise leaders to build what’s next. What powers it all? Our people — ambitious, collaborative, and constantly evolving. About the Client   The leading European provider of e-tendering, procurement systems, and information between buyers and suppliers. The European government is a major user of their services. What You’ll Do Act as a "coaching player," actively mentoring fellow Engineers on best practices, code quality, design principles, and effective use of technologies (primarily Java ecosystem) Actively facilitate the spreading of technical knowledge and competencies across the team to reinforce the T-shaped model and minimize knowledge silos Empower and support the team in becoming fully autonomous and self-organizing, capable of building and owning E2E features without external technical dependencies Identify and champion improvements to the team's development workflow, CI/CD pipeline, and technical tooling Work closely with the Product Owner and Engineers to transform ambiguous business requirements into clear, technically feasible tasks and designs Act as the technical liaison between the team and architecture/enterprise strategy groups, advocating for the team's needs and ensuring team deliverables adhere to the defined tech strategy What You Bring Extensive, hands-on experience as a Senior Software Engineer, primarily in Java development Extensive experience with Spring Boot and AWS is needed Proven ability to design, implement, and deploy complex, high-performance, and secure applications Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and NFRs (e.g., scalability, security, performance) Strong experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment, particularly with self-organizing, autonomous teams Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience with modern development practices, including CI/CD, DevOps principles, and cloud environments is highly desirable Nice to have:  Experience with Kafka and React is a plus. Knowledge of C# is nice to have English level: Upper-Intermediate+ Legal & Hiring Information Exadel is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion across minority, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, and more. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please note: this job description is not exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on business needs. Your Benefits at Exadel  Exadel benefits vary by location and contract type. Your recruiter will fill you in on the details. International projects In-office, hybrid, or remote flexibility Medical healthcare Recognition program Ongoing learning & reimbursement  Well-being program Team events & local benefits  Sports compensation  Referral bonuses  Top-tier equipment provision Exadel Culture We lead with trust, respect, and purpose. We believe in open dialogue, creative freedom, and mentorship that helps you grow, lead, and make a real difference. Ours is a culture where ideas are challenged, voices are heard, and your impact matters. Offices: (Poland );