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Lead Java Developer (e-commerce)

Summary

Lead a Java-based e-commerce team in Warsaw, designing scalable systems, mentoring engineers, and aligning tech strategy with business OKRs while ensuring high-quality delivery.

Development of an e-commerce project for a client that is one of the largest companies in this sector in the country.

Our expectations

  • Proven track record of leading development teams, including people management, project execution, and predictable delivery.

  • Min. 5 years of experience as Java Developer

  • Knowledge and experience with Java Ecosystem - Java, Kotlin, Groovy, Spring Framework, and other languages - Python, Go

  • Experience with Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop , Apache Mesos and TensorFlow

  • Knowledge of engineering practices & methodologies: TDD, DDD, CI/CD, Pair Programming

  • Strong sense of ownership: full accountability for outcomes, quality, and system reliability.

  • Strong hands-on engineering background with the ability to co-drive technical decisions, conduct code reviews, and design system architecture.

  • Commitment to engineering excellence (clean code, testing, code reviews, CI/CD, and production readiness).

  • Participation in product discovery as a key technical partner.

  • Ability to translate business goals into a clear scope of work, priorities, and actionable roadmaps.

  • Experience working in a cross-functional environment (Product, UX, Business).

  • Proven track record in mobile app development

  • Documented experience in AI-driven projects and OKR frameworks

  • Experience in e-commerce, marketplaces, or consumer-facing platforms

  • Excellent communication skills.

  • Advanced communication skillis both in Polish and English (at least B2 level).

  • Open to hybrid work from the client's Warsaw office.

Main responsibilities

  • Lead a cross-functional development team, drive architectural decisions, conduct code reviews, and maintain engineering excellence across mobile, e-commerce, or consumer-facing platforms.

  • Partner with Product, UX, and Business stakeholders during product discovery to translate strategic business goals and OKRs into actionable technical roadmaps and AI-driven solutions.

  • Take full accountability for end-to-end project delivery, quality, and system reliability while effectively managing team members and working in a hybrid setup from the client's Warsaw office.

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