Our client is seeking an
experienced Lead Java Developer
to spearhead a new development team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of high-impact projects, drive technical direction, and shape the future of enterprise-scale digital platforms.
You’ll design, build, and maintain robust, scalable systems that power next-generation digital experiences. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll play a key role in architectural decision-making, system performance, and fostering a culture of engineering excellence.
If you’re passionate about solving complex problems, thrive in dynamic environments, and want to make a tangible impact through leadership and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and mentor
a team of skilled developers, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Design and implement
high-performance, scalable backend systems for enterprise deployment.
Drive architectural discussions
, shaping technical strategy and influencing system design across teams.
Collaborate
with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver impactful, reliable solutions.
Develop and maintain APIs
, server-side logic, and database integrations to ensure stability and performance.
Champion software quality
through code reviews, testing, and CI/CD best practices.
Investigate and resolve
complex production issues and participate in on-call rotations as needed.
Contribute to documentation
(design docs, RFCs, root cause analyses) and promote engineering best practices.
Lead by example
, mentoring peers and driving an inclusive, growth-oriented team culture.
Experience \& Skills
10+ years of software development experience
, including at least several years in a leadership capacity.
Proven success
leading teams
and delivering large-scale, high-impact projects.
Strong expertise in Java and Scala
with hands-on coding experience.
Deep knowledge of AWS
and cloud-native architectures.
Experience
scaling distributed systems
to handle high throughput and low latency.
Solid grasp of
software development lifecycle
, configuration management, release processes, and testing.
Ability to
influence system architecture
and make informed technical trade-offs.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a passion for mentorship and team growth.
Track record of driving
quality, reliability, and operational excellence
at scale.
Nice to Have:
Experience with
Golang
or
Python
. Previous involvement in
engineering culture development
, hiring, or organizational design.
Why Apply?
Join a
collaborative, forward-thinking team
working with cutting-edge technologies.
Play a key leadership role in shaping high-profile enterprise solutions.
Enjoy a
flexible hybrid working model
and strong support for professional growth.
Benefits
Competitive salary with
bonus, pension, and healthcare coverage
Life insurance
, laptop, and phone provided
Access to extensive
training and certification resources
Additional perks including company discounts and on-site parking
Location:
Letterkenny, Co. Donegal (Hybrid – 2-3 days on-site, rest remote if wanted)
Type:
Permanent \|
Eligibility:
Must be eligible to work in Ireland or the EU
For further details or to express interest, please contact David Coyle at 01 6351748 or via email at david@methodius.com.