Lead Software Engineer

Summary

Join Appfire, a remote-first company, as a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Java. You will work in a hybrid model from Sofia, contributing to the performance and reliability of cloud and on-premise products. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, advancing the product roadmap, and handling maintenance and support tasks. You will also mentor junior team members. Appfire offers flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, and various benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and company equity.

Requirements

• 6+ years of professional software development experience
• Proficiency in Java, React, SQL, Spring boot
• Experience designing and developing high-performance, scalable and robust applications
• Experience with AWS and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and practice
• Ability to apply analytical and problem-solving skills to solve complex design and coding challenges
• Skills in optimizing application performance, including front-end and back-end performance tuning
• Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers and growth leads

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with the Product Management team, the Growth team and the Marketing team to understand and implement requirements focused on increasing our product adoption and activation, timely delivery and alignment with business goals
• Product Roadmap: Focus on advancing the product roadmap by developing new features, improving existing functionality, and driving overall product enhancements. And work with cutting edge cloud technologies like Kuberentes and AWS
• Maintenance and Support: Handle ongoing maintenance tasks and engage with the Support team to resolve L3 escalations
• Coach and mentor newer team members about the application of best practices and help the team to make the right technical decisions

Preferred Qualifications

• You adapt swiftly to new business demands, understanding that change fuels collective and individual growth
• You excel in communication, effectively connecting in remote/hybrid environments using tools like Slack, Zoom, and G Suite and through occasional in-person events
• You have coaching, mentoring, and people development skills

Benefits

• Financial benefits
• Every Appfire employee is eligible for company equity
• Skills development benefits
• Access to the Appfire University learning platform, a hub of knowledge, interactive resources, and engaging instructor-led courses designed to fuel your learning journey with unparalleled depth and accessibility
• English language courses
• Health Insurance
• Volunteering
• 3 fully paid days each year to participate in Appfire Town, Appfire’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program
• Ability to work remotely
• Flexible work schedule
• Growth opportunity in a dynamic company
• Work in a highly motivated team
• 25 days paid vacation, team buildings and celebrations, sports card and more
• Transport Card