Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software Developer | Full-Time | Java | Microservices | Ecommerce | Greenfield

About the Company

The organization is the Nordic region’s leading e-commerce group for home furnishings and fashion. Its popular product offering includes a range of both external and own brands. Working closely with millions of customers, the group constantly strives to develop and offer attractive, sustainable fashion and home furnishings for the entire family.

With a strong legacy and a forward-thinking mindset, the company is embarking on a significant transformation, modernizing its technology stack to better support its customers and scale its operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and digital excellence.

About the Role

The Lead Software Developer will be instrumental in driving the company’s technical evolution, leading the migration of legacy Java applications to a modern microservices environment using Kubernetes. The role combines hands-on development responsibilities with technical leadership and architectural oversight, making it a key contributor to the organization’s future success.

Key Responsibilities

• Migration Leadership: Lead the migration of existing Java applications to a microservices architecture, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
• Technical Leadership: Guide and mentor the development team, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence.
• Architectural Oversight: Design and implement robust, secure, and scalable system architectures.
• Hands-On Development: Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code, while actively participating in code reviews and pair programming.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product managers, designers, and DevOps engineers to deliver innovative solutions aligned with business goals.
• Innovation and Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends, introducing new tools, technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement.

Candidate Requirements

• Java Expertise: Extensive experience with Java and related frameworks, such as Spring Boot.
• Microservices Proficiency: Deep understanding of microservices architecture and experience deploying applications on Kubernetes.
• Leadership Experience: Proven ability to lead technical teams, mentor developers, and drive collaborative outcomes.
• Architectural Knowledge: Strong grasp of software architecture principles, including distributed systems and design patterns.
• DevOps Acumen: Familiarity with tools and practices such as Docker, Helm, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Why Join Us?

• Join the Nordic region’s leading e-commerce group, a company at the forefront of innovation in sustainable fashion and home furnishings.
• Play a pivotal role in a transformative project that will shape the future of the business.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment that values creativity, technical excellence, and teamwork.
• Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and flexible working arrangements.
• Access to ongoing professional development opportunities, including training and conferences.

How to Apply

This is an extraordinary opportunity for an experienced developer to lead a major transformation project within a market-leading organization. Contact Luqman Mohammed-Brown at [email protected] or at +46 77 588 86 05 if you have any questions.