Dripify is a pioneering, remote-first IT product company specializing in outreach automation products. Our platform empowers businesses by revolutionizing hiring, sales, and marketing communication processes, making interactions more efficient and seamless.
Project — dripify.com
We’re looking for a Java Technical Lead who will split their time between hands-on backend development (50%) and technical/team leadership (50%). You’ll lead a team of 5 engineers, ensure delivery quality, and own architectural decisions, while also contributing code and driving technical excellence.
Requirements
— 5+ years of hands-on Java development experience (Java 21+). — 2+ years leading a development team. — Deep practical experience with Spring Boot modules (Web, Security, Data, Messaging). — Strong knowledge of Java concurrency, multithreading, and backend system design. — Proficient in SQL databases (PostgreSQL preferred). — Experience with REST APIs and asynchronous messaging (SNS/SQS). — Skilled in CI/CD, code quality gates, and automated testing. — Hands-on with Docker, Linux, and system-level debugging. — Familiar with monitoring/logging tools (ELK, Prometheus, Grafana). — Strong focus on security best practices: auth, validation, access control. — Working knowledge of AWS: IAM, EC2, RDS, S3, CloudWatch, Secrets Manager.
Responsibilities
Development (50%) — Build modular, secure, and maintainable backend systems using Java 21+ and Spring Boot. — Design and implement RESTful APIs and event-driven services (SNS/SQS). — Write tested, high-quality code with strong focus on unit/integration testing. — Ensure CI/CD integration, monitoring, and production readiness. — Drive system performance and scalability improvements.
Leadership & Delivery (50%). — Lead a backend team: mentorship, code reviews, and engineering growth. — Own delivery quality: scope planning, progress tracking, risk mitigation. — Document and communicate architectural decisions. — Coordinate cross-functionally with product managers, DevOps, and QA. — Promote best practices in secure development and clean architecture.
Would be a plus
— Experience in designing and operating microservice-based architectures. — Familiarity with Kubernetes (EKS or self-managed). — Experience with Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code. — AWS Certifications (e.g., Developer Associate, Solutions Architect). — Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related field.
Work conditions
— 100% remote position, providing flexibility and work-life balance. — Competitive salary reflecting your skills and expertise. — 24 days of paid vacation per year to recharge and relax. — 10 days of paid sick leave. — Educational opportunities. — Compensation budget for medical and hobby/sport expenses. — Generous budget for birthdays and anniversaries. — Online and offline team events. — A collaborative and innovative work environment with passionate team members.
Hiring process
✅Interview with Recruiter (45min) — ✅Tech interview with Teach Leader (1.5 hour) — ✅Interview with CTO (45min) — ✅Reference check — ✅Offer
