senior java engineer / team lead

Join an innovative banking organization operating across seven countries, with total assets of €60 billion and 13,512 employees. With a network of 700 branches across Greece and internationally, the organization offers diverse financial products and services to both retail and corporate clients. Strategically positioned in Bulgaria, Serbia, Cyprus, Luxembourg, London, and Romania, the institution leads in digital banking solutions.

We have already built the largest Omnichannel banking technology platform in Greece and have implemented more than 10 Scrum Teams. We are now expanding our services and looking for a Senior Java Engineer / Team Lead to join our growing team.

Role Overview

As a Senior Java Engineer / Team Lead, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and configuring complex applications, ensuring they meet business and technical requirements. You will act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), leading your team to deliver high-quality solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

You will be responsible for making technical and architectural decisions, mentoring engineers, and contributing to strategic discussions. Your expertise in Java and Spring Boot, along with your experience in Cloud-based architectures and Kubernetes, will be critical to the success of our projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
• Design, build, and optimize scalable, high-performance applications
• Define and implement best practices for software development, CI/CD, and DevOps
• Participate in architectural discussions and strategic decision-making
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and mid-level developers
• Conduct code reviews and ensure high-quality code standards
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business goals
• Stay updated on the latest Java, Spring Boot, and Cloud-native technologies

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field
• 5+ years of professional experience in software development with Java
• Expert proficiency in Java & Spring Boot
• Experience with Microservices architecture, Cloud-based applications, and RESTful APIs
• Strong knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Azure Kubernetes Service – AKS, Docker, Kubernetes)
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines, DevOps methodologies, and version control (Git, GitLab, Jenkins)
• Hands-on experience with Cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership skills

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid working model (office & remote flexibility)
• Competitive salary with a Signing Bonus
• Brand-new high-performance equipment
• A dynamic and friendly work environment
• Continuous learning & development opportunities via Code.Hub’s Code.Learn platform
• Tailored L&D plans for career growth
• A truly inclusive, innovative, and fun workplace
• Internal competitions & rewards

Exclusive Benefits for Code.Hub-ers:

• Free access to LinkedIn Learning & Code.Learn training programs after 6 months
• Dedicated Tech Mentor for onboarding & skill development
• Sponsorship for Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degrees at Athens Tech College
• Private Health Insurance
• Performance-based career progression every 6 months
• Free daily lunch/snacks & Cocktail Fridays at our offices
• Referral Bonus for recommending great talent