Photon

Builds custom software and AI for big companies

Lead Software Engineer - Microservices Anchor

Backend EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePune, Maharashtra, IndiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Provide technical leadership with over 12+ years of overall experience, including a minimum of 3 years as a Java Lead.
Design, develop, and lead scalable microservices using Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC/WebFlux, and Kafka.
Work extensively with relational databases including DB2, SQL Server, and Oracle.
Drive hands-on development using Java, JavaEE, RESTful web services, JPA, SLF4J logging, and application configuration management.
Define and enforce secure coding standards, unit testing practices, Git repository and branching strategies, and code quality standards using tools such as Sonar.
Lead deployments on containerized platforms including Kubernetes.
Implement and support CI/CD pipelines with automated testing and continuous integration tools.
Monitor applications using tools such as AppDynamics, Splunk, ELK, and Grafana, including alert and notification setup.
Work in Agile development environments using Jira for sprint planning, estimation, and delivery tracking.
Lead integrations with Warehouse Management Systems and Distribution Centers, including Manhattan WMOS.
Support integrations with Transportation Management Systems, Manhattan Slotting, and Labor Management systems.
Collaborate closely with Manhattan Associates to design and develop new logistics capabilities.
Troubleshoot, triage, and identify root causes of production incidents.
Apply situational leadership to guide teams, drive execution, and deliver measurable business value.
Translate business requirements into clear technical and functional specifications.
Facilitate productive discussions across diverse stakeholder groups and drive alignment.
Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Communicate effectively with both business and technical teams through strong verbal and written skills.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership and guidance on project delivery for enterprise-grade logistics and warehouse management systems.
Design, develop, and lead scalable microservices using Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC/WebFlux, and Kafka.
Lead integrations with Warehouse Management Systems and Distribution Centers, including Manhattan WMOS, as well as Transportation Management Systems, Manhattan Slotting, and Labor Management systems.
Collaborate with Manhattan Associates to design and develop new logistics capabilities.
Troubleshoot, triage, and identify root causes of production incidents, and implement fixes.
Translate business requirements into clear technical and functional specifications for development teams.
Facilitate discussions across diverse stakeholder groups and drive alignment on technical decisions and priorities.
Guide teams through situational leadership, drive execution, and deliver measurable business value.
Monitor applications using AppDynamics, Splunk, ELK, and Grafana, and set up alerts and notifications.
Lead deployments on containerized platforms including Kubernetes and manage CI/CD pipelines with automated testing.

Greetings Everyone

Who are we?

For the past 20 years, we have powered many Digital Experiences for the Fortune 500. Since 1999, we have grown from a few people to more than 4000 team members across the globe that are engaged in various Digital Modernization. For a brief 1 minute video about us, you can check https://youtu.be/uJWBWQZEA6o.

What will you do? What are we looking for?

About the Role

The Java Lead will be responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade, scalable applications supporting Logistics and Warehouse Management Systems. This role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on development expertise, and close collaboration with cross-functional business and technology teams, including third-party vendors such as Manhattan Associates.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership with over 12+ years of overall experience, including a minimum of 3 years as a Java Lead.
Design, develop, and lead scalable microservices using Java, Spring Boot, Spring MVC/WebFlux, and Kafka.
Work extensively with relational databases including DB2, SQL Server, and Oracle.
Drive hands-on development using Java, JavaEE, RESTful web services, JPA, SLF4J logging, and application configuration management.
Define and enforce secure coding standards, unit testing practices, Git repository and branching strategies, and code quality standards using tools such as Sonar.
Lead deployments on containerized platforms including Kubernetes.
Implement and support CI/CD pipelines with automated testing and continuous integration tools.
Monitor applications using tools such as AppDynamics, Splunk, ELK, and Grafana, including alert and notification setup.
Work in Agile development environments using Jira for sprint planning, estimation, and delivery tracking.
Lead integrations with Warehouse Management Systems and Distribution Centers, including Manhattan WMOS.
Support integrations with Transportation Management Systems, Manhattan Slotting, and Labor Management systems.
Collaborate closely with Manhattan Associates to design and develop new logistics capabilities.
Troubleshoot, triage, and identify root causes of production incidents.
Apply situational leadership to guide teams, drive execution, and deliver measurable business value.
Translate business requirements into clear technical and functional specifications.
Facilitate productive discussions across diverse stakeholder groups and drive alignment.
Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Communicate effectively with both business and technical teams through strong verbal and written skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Extensive hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and Kafka.
Strong knowledge of logistics, warehouse management, and third-party integrations.
Experience working with integration platforms and enterprise web services.
Strong business acumen with the ability to align technology solutions to revenue and operational goals.

About the Company

Photon

Builds custom software and AI for big companies

Photon designs, builds, and runs custom software for large companies, combining an in-house creative agency with its own engineering teams. Its flagship client work includes rebuilding Samsung's US online store as a set of smaller linked services and creating Olive Garden's mobile app, which lets diners join the waitlist from their phones instead of waiting at the door. Clients hire Photon's teams to plan and code their apps, websites, and AI tools and to keep them running afterward, paying for the engineers and designers assigned to each project. Photon is privately held and based in London, with its US arm in Dallas and engineering centers in Chennai and Bengaluru.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded: Not listed

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