Lead Developer (Java, APIs & Observability) | Lead Developer mit Fokus Java, APIs und Observability (w/m/d)

Job Summary

As a Lead Developer, you will be responsible for the conceptualization, development, and operation of high-performance Java-based backend services and APIs. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring system stability and scalability by implementing modern architecture patterns such as event-driven designs and cloud-native principles. Your daily activities will include maintaining CI/CD pipelines, performing code reviews, and optimizing database queries to ensure efficient resource utilization. This role is highly collaborative, requiring you to work within an agile team to mentor less experienced colleagues and drive architectural decisions. What makes this position unique is the focus on 'Observability' using cutting-edge tools like OpenTelemetry and the opportunity to work with diverse cloud-native technologies including Kubernetes and Serverless platforms. You will act as an 'Application Owner' within a company that values regional digital infrastructure and offers a modern, flexible working environment.