Java Backend Lead Engineer

As a Software Engineer - Java Backend at HARMAN, you will be part of a creative, purposeful, and agile team driving cutting-edge solutions in the automotive, enterprise, and connected ecosystem. HARMAN is committed to providing you with opportunities, innovative technologies, and resources for a successful career. Role Overview: You will be leading the backend development team, designing, developing, and delivering high-performance backend systems, mentoring team members, and driving technical decisions. Key Responsibilities: - Lead backend development team and drive technical decisions - Design and develop scalable, high-performance backend systems using Java - Mentor and guide team members to improve skills and delivery - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (frontend, QA, DevOps) - Ensure best practices, code quality, and technical debt management - Drive innovation and improvement in backend systems Qualifications Required: - 3-6 years of experience in Java backend development - Strong expertise in Java, Spring, and microservices architecture - Experience leading teams and driving technical decisions - Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) - Strong problem-solving and communication skills Bonus Points if You Have: - Experience with reactive programming (e.g., Reactor, Akka) - Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) - Familiarity with event-driven architecture and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka) In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, HARMAN offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a collaborative and dynamic work environment. You will have access to cutting-edge technologies and tools, recognition for outstanding performance through BeBrilliant, and the chance to work with a renowned German OEM. Please note that you are expected to work all 5 days in a week in the office. HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, valuing diversity and providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a Software Engineer - Java Backend at HARMAN, you will be part of a creative, purposeful, and agile team driving cutting-edge solutions in the automotive, enterprise, and connected ecosystem. HARMAN is committed to providing you with opportunities, innovative technologies, and resources for a successful career. Role Overview: You will be leading the backend development team, designing, developing, and delivering high-performance backend systems, mentoring team members, and driving technical decisions. Key Responsibilities: - Lead backend development team and drive technical decisions - Design and develop scalable, high-performance backend systems using Java - Mentor and guide team members to improve skills and delivery - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (frontend, QA, DevOps) - Ensure best practices, code quality, and technical debt management - Drive innovation and improvement in backend systems Qualifications Required: - 3-6 years of experience in Java backend development - Strong expertise in Java, Spring, and microservices architecture - Experience leading teams and driving technical decisions - Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) - Strong problem-solving and communication skills Bonus Points if You Have: - Experience with reactive programming (e.g., Reactor, Akka) - Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) - Familiarity with event-driven architecture and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka) In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, HARMAN offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a collaborative and dynamic work environment. You will have access to cutting-edge technologies and tools, recognition for outstanding performance through BeBrilliant, and the chance to work with a renowned German OEM. Please note that you are expected to work all 5 days in a week in the office. HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, valuing diversity and providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.