Lead Backend Data Engineer

What is this position about

• Design and build scalable backend systems using Java with deep expertise in production-grade application development.
• Lead the architecture and implementation of distributed systems ensuring reliability scalability and performance across complex multi-service environments handling large-scale data processing.
• Develop and optimize concurrent and multi-threaded applications implementing thread synchronization patterns locks barriers and atomic operations for high-performance data-intensive systems.
• Build and maintain big data pipelines and infrastructure to handle high-volume data ingestion processing and storage at scale.
• Manage containerized workloads using Kubernetes defining deployment strategies scaling policies and resource management for backend services processing big data workloads.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define service contracts APIs and integration patterns.
• Implement observability and monitoring solutions to ensure system health and performance visibility.
• Support production deployments troubleshoot complex issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications :

• Deep proficiency in Java with strong understanding of advanced language features and best practices.
• Solid expertise in concurrency patterns multi-threading thread synchronization (locks barriers mutexes) atomic operations and volatile semantics.
• Proven hands-on experience designing and implementing distributed systems including challenges like consistency fault tolerance and data replication.
• Practical knowledge of Kubernetes for container orchestration deployment strategies and service management (production-level exposure expected).
• Strong SQL and database design fundamentals.
• Experience with system profiling performance analysis and optimization techniques.
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as Grafana Prometheus or Loki.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex distributed system issues.
• Strong communication skills and ability to mentor and collaborate with team members.
• Experience with Spring Framework or other modern Java backend frameworks is a plus.
• Background in Kafka or event-streaming architectures is a plus.
• Familiarity with reactive programming frameworks or reactive systems design is a plus.
• Prior experience in programmatic advertising or real-time data processing systems is a plus.

What about languages

English: Advanced (required for effective communication with global teams)

How much experience must I have

5 years of experience in Backend Engineering or related disciplines such as Systems Engineering or Full-Stack Development with demonstrated expertise in distributed systems and multi-threaded application design.

Additional Information :

Our Perks and Benefits:

Learning Opportunities:

• Certifications in AWS (we are AWS Partners) Databricks and Snowflake.
• Access to AI learning paths to stay up to date with the latest technologies.
• Study plans courses and additional certifications tailored to your role.
• Access to Udemy Business offering thousands of courses to boost your technical and soft skills.
• English lessons to support your professional communication.

Travel opportunities to attend industry conferences and meet clients.

Mentoring and Development:

• Career development plans and mentorship programs to help shape your path.

Celebrations & Support:

• Special day rewards to celebrate birthdays work anniversaries and other personal milestones.
• Company-provided equipment.

Flexible working options to help you strike the right balance.

Other benefits may vary according to your location in LATAM. For detailed information regarding the benefits applicable to your specific location please consult with one of our recruiters.

So what are the next steps Our team is eager to learn about you! Send us your resume or LinkedIn profile below and well explore working together!

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time