Lead Senior Kotlin Developer

Deadline: 11 May 2024

Employment term: Civil contract

Category: Software development

Job type: Full time

Location: Yerevan (Remote)

Job description:

Join xData Group, a rapidly evolving fintech company, where we are developing innovative financial technology solutions that leverage cutting-edge AI technologies. We provide an exciting startup culture and the opportunity to be at the forefront of fintech innovation.

The company provides both front-end and back-end development of online banking systems, including the creation of custom software solutions and applications, UX/UI design, and testing of product prototypes and MVPs.

This is further supplemented by product and software consulting services, as well as project management to optimize operational efficiency.

We're on a mission to revolutionize the banking landscape, making financial services more innovative, accessible, efficient, and user-centric.

As we expand our operations, we're looking for a Kotlin Backend Developers Lead to join our dynamic team.

In this position, you will be at the forefront of our backend development efforts, steering our development team towards success.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team dedicated to building scalable, high-performance systems that drive our innovative solutions forward.

Working closely with your team and in tight cooperation with the business client, you will design, develop, and implement backend services that are critical to our product's functionality.

Your leadership will not only shape the future of our backend systems but also mentor and guide a talented team of Kotlin developers.



Job responsibilities

  • Lead the Kotlin development team, overseeing the design, development, and deployment of scalable backend services.
  • Architect high-performance systems that meet our business requirements and scalability needs.
  • Implement best practices for code quality, testing, and maintainability to ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Collaborate with product managers, front-end developers, and devops engineers to ensure seamless integration and alignment with project goals.
  • Mentor and support team members through code reviews, knowledge-sharing sessions, and providing technical guidance.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in technology to drive innovation within the team and our projects.
  • Accurately report progress and challenges to stakeholders regularly.
  • Hiring other team members

Required qualifications

  • Strong proficiency in Kotlin/Java and experience with Spring Framework.
  • 5+ experience in leading a development team, with a track record of successful project delivery.
  • Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud services (we use Azure).
  • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Familiarity with database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB) and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ).
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate a team.
  • Excellent English and Russian language (B2 at least)

Required candidate level: Senior

Additional information

What do we offer?

  • An opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI-based fintech products.
  • Flexible work arrangements, with up to 4 days of remote work per week.
  • A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • A dynamic, supportive, and collaborative team environment.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
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Professional skills

Java

MongoDB

RabbitMQ

Spring framework

Docker

PostgreSQL

Kubernetes

Azure

Kotlin

Apache Kafka

Azure Cloud

Soft skills

Ability to work independently

Problem solving 

Ability to work under pressure

Multitasking

leadership

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Benefits

Annual salary review
Free language courses
Medical insurance
Teambuilding and corporate events
Complimentary tea, coffee and refreshments
Day off
Regular salary review
Special day-offs
Sport package
Business trips
No dress code
Staff referral program
Education Reimbursement
Flexible Schedules
Time off

Contact details

Website https://careers.xdatagroup.io/

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