Application Engineering Technical Lead - II
Core
Expert-level IT technical lead providing backend expertise to optimize performance, ensure secure architecture, and enhance system scalability for enterprise applications. (via careerplan.io/jobs/177960-application-engineering-technical-lead-ii-at-vanguard)
Role type
Senior IC backend engineering lead (Java/Spring/Node.js)
Builds
Scalable enterprise backend systems, APIs, and cloud-based platforms
Domain
Financial services / Enterprise software / Cloud infrastructure
Required skills
Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, AWS (CloudFormation, ECS, Fargate, DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, IAM), System Architecture, API Design, CI/CD, Observability, Performance Optimization, Mentoring
Preferred skills
AWS Certifications (Cloud Practitioner, Solutions Architect, Solution Consultant), Agile methodologies
Technologies
Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Node.js, AWS, CloudFormation, ECS, Fargate, DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, IAM, Git, JIRA, Confluence
Responsibilities
Drive architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise backend systems; Define and evaluate technical solution options aligned with cloud fundamentals; Design robust system and API architectures; Oversee end-to-end software development lifecycle; Establish engineering standards for code quality and automated pipelines; Lead performance optimization initiatives; Implement observability practices; Review and approve technical designs and code; Troubleshoot complex production issues; Mentor engineers on design principles and coding standards.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities