Lead Software Engineer - Mumbai / Bangalore

Job Purpose

• Develop and enhance our flagship Video, Audio, Automotive and Sports metadata software solutions.
• Design applications with a Platform-first mentality where scale, consistency and reliability are at the core of every decision.

Job Description and Key Skills

• As a Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software applications using Java. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features, while also ensuring the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications. In addition you will mentor and guide the junior engineers.
• Experience in designing, developing and scaling enterprise grade application, including developing solutions from scratch.
• Proficiency in SQL / NoSQL database administration, including schema design for large scale Java Applications.
• Proven experience in leading and mentoring a team of engineers ensuring successful project delivery.
• In depth knowledge and proficiency of Kafka concepts

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust Java applications.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards.
• Conduct code reviews ensuring adherence to best practices and high coding standards provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications to optimize performance and resolve issues.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including planning, development, testing, and deployment. Participate in architectural discussions and decision-making processes to shape the future of our technology stack
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends and evaluate their potential impact on our products and services.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of engineering processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration within the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on Java.
• Proficiency in Java frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate, or similar.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
• Working knowledge of machine learning and data science concepts
• .Understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, etc.).Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).Knowledge of CI/CD tools and practices.
• Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and automated testing frameworks.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Flexible work hours and remote work options