Tech Lead – Staff Java Engineer

Patrianna

Tech Lead/Staff Java Engineer designing and delivering scalable Java solutions for a next-generation gaming platform. Leading code reviews and mentoring team members.

Posted 6/22/2026contractRemote • 🇺🇦 UkraineSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaKafkaPostgres

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technical excellence while architecting and delivering scalable Java solutions that power our next-generation gaming platform
Design and implement complex, scalable system architectures while mentoring team members and driving technical excellence
Lead code reviews and establish best practices to ensure high-quality deliverables across the engineering team
Optimize database performance and design robust data solutions, particularly with PostgreSQL and query optimization
Architect and maintain messaging systems using Kafka or similar technologies to handle high-volume data streams
Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues, taking full ownership of system reliability and performance
Facilitate technical discussions and foster collaborative problem-solving across cross-functional teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive production experience with Java and deep understanding of JVM internals and ecosystem
Strong system design capabilities with proven ability to document and implement complex architectures
Advanced knowledge of relational database principles, PostgreSQL expertise, and performance tuning skills
Solid grasp of messaging concepts, ideally with Kafka ecosystem experience
Exceptional troubleshooting abilities and strong understanding of concurrency principles and security best practices
Leadership experience with team mentoring and upper-intermediate English proficiency for stakeholder communication

Benefits

Comp & perks

You'll thrive in our high-pace, high-growth environment where continuous learning meets real impact.
Take ownership of cutting-edge technology solutions while working in an ego-free, collaborative culture that values your input and recognizes your contributions.

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Hard Skills & Tools

JavaPostgreSQLKafkasystem designdatabase performance optimizationquery optimizationmessaging systemstroubleshootingconcurrency principlessecurity best practices

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcollaborative problem-solvingtechnical discussionscommunication