Job Description

Java Tech Lead

Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

PROFILE

We are looking for a highly senior Tech Lead to take full technical ownership of a product and guide its evolution from a technical standpoint. This role requires a strong sense of ownership, the ability to make sound architectural decisions, and the leadership skills to drive quality, security, and delivery across the entire software lifecycle.

RESPONSABILITIES

• Take end‑to‑end technical ownership of the project, ensuring stability, scalability, and long‑term maintainability
• Lead the technical design and implementation of features using Java‑based technologies, ensuring best engineering practices are followed
• Partner closely with the Product Owner to support delivery planning, prioritization, and realistic timelines
• Collaborate with the Solution Architect to define and validate technical approaches in line with architectural and security standards
• Ensure committed features are delivered within agreed sprint and release plans, proactively identifying and communicating risks
• Enforce high standards of code quality through reviews, testing practices, and continuous improvement
• Oversee dependency management and security remediation, ensuring Renovate PRs and vulnerability fixes meet agreed SLAs
• Maintain a healthy and up‑to‑date technical backlog, including enablers, refactoring initiatives, and non‑functional requirements
• Ensure that technical documentation (architecture diagrams, runbooks, onboarding guides) is accurate, complete, and kept current

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Telecommunications, or a related technical field
• Strong experience as a Tech Lead or Senior Lead Developer, owning complex systems in production
• Solid expertise in Java and modern Java ecosystems (e.g., Spring / Spring Boot, microservices architectures)
• Experience with software quality practices, including automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and code reviews
• Proven background in security‑aware development, including vulnerability remediation and dependency management
• Ability to manage and refine a technical backlog, ensuring at least one sprint of ready‑to‑start work
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with product, architecture, and engineering teams
• A clear sense of accountability, autonomy, and technical leadership
• English is Mandatory
• Hybrid model (2 times per week in the cliente office, located in Expo, Lisbon)

Nice to Have

• Experience with React

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE
• Join a multicultural and inclusive team environment.
• Enjoy a supportive atmosphere promoting work life balance.
• Hybrid work.
• Your career growth is central to our mission. Our array of career growth programs and diverse professionals are crafted to support you in exploring a world of opportunities.
• Access valuable training and certifications in cutting edge technologies.
• Engage in exciting projects.
• Health and life insurance.
• Referral program with bonuses for talent recommendations.
• Great office locations.

ABOUT CAPGEMINI

Capgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, delivering tangible business value. We imagine the future of organizations and make it real with AI, technology, and people. With our strong heritage of nearly 60 years, we are a responsible and diverse group of 420,000 team members in more than 50 countries. We deliver end-to-end services and solutions with our deep industry expertise and strong partner ecosystem, leveraging our capabilities across strategy, technology, design, engineering and business operations.