Backend Technical Lead

Backend Technical Lead / Technical Business Analyst

Location : Remote (Europe-based)

Employment Type : Freelance / 6 months

Seniority Level : Mid-Senior

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Backend Technical Lead who combines strong hands-on development experience in Java , Spring Boot , and microservice architecture with the ability to bridge the gap between business and technical teams.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with Business Analysts , QA engineers , and stakeholders , while leading a small team of backend developers to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of technical solutions.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys both technical leadership and business collaboration , ensuring that functional requirements are effectively translated into scalable, performant software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead backend development activities using Java , Spring Boot , and microservice-based architectures .

Translate business and functional requirements into clear, actionable technical specifications in collaboration with Business Analysts and Product Owners.

Coordinate and mentor a small team of developers (23 people), overseeing planning, task allocation, and delivery milestones.

Work closely with QA teams to define test scenarios , acceptance criteria , and ensure adherence to quality standards .

Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance service integrations.

Promote best practices in code quality , security , and software architecture .

Contribute to technical discussions, code reviews, and solution design sessions.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in backend software development with Java and Spring Boot .

Solid understanding of microservice architecture , RESTful APIs , and event-driven systems .

Proven experience in communicating with business and QA teams , acting as a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Demonstrated ability to lead or mentor small development teams .

Proficiency with SQL / NoSQL databases , CI / CD pipelines , and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Fluent in English (both written and verbal).

Nice to Have

Experience with cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP).

Familiarity with DevOps practices and monitoring tools .

Background in technical business analysis or solution architecture.