Lead Software Engineer

Experience Level: 8+ Years

About the Role:

We are seeking a Senior Java Developer with a strong background in Java 8+, Spring Boot 3, and Big Data technologies to join our growing engineering team. This role demands hands-on expertise with Apache Spark 3, cloud platforms like Azure, and experience working in containerized environments using Kubernetes, Helm, and sok8s. Familiarity with ActiveViam and a good understanding of CI/CD pipelines, PostgreSQL, and Git-based version control are critical for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize backend services using Java 8+ and Spring Boot 3
• Work with large-scale datasets using Apache Spark 3 and other Big Data tools
• Deploy, manage, and monitor applications on Azure, utilizing Kubernetes (AKS) and Helm
• Contribute to building and maintaining automated CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Git
• Integrate and query PostgreSQL databases efficiently for analytics and real-time processing
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable, high-performance solutions
• Develop and support real-time analytics systems with ActiveViam (ActivePivot/ActiveUI)
• Troubleshoot issues across the entire stack and ensure system reliability and performance
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and agile ceremonies

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  • Required Skills & Experience:

    • Proficient in Java 8+ with a solid understanding of OOP and multithreading
    • Experience with Spring Boot 3, REST APIs, and microservices architecture
    • Hands-on experience with Apache Spark 3 and distributed data processing
    • Knowledge of Big Data concepts and architectures
    • Experience deploying and running applications on Azure cloud
    • Familiar with Kubernetes, Helm, and sok8s for container orchestration and management
    • Strong experience with Git, Jenkins, and automated build/deploy processes
    • Practical knowledge of PostgreSQL
    • Exposure to ActiveViam platform (ActivePivot, ActiveUI) is a strong advantage

    Nice to Have:

    • Experience in financial or data-intensive domains
    • Familiarity with messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, Azure Event Hub)
    • Exposure to monitoring tools and cloud cost optimization
    • Understanding of security best practices in microservices

    Education:

    • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

“We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status”.

At Société Générale, we are convinced that people are drivers of change, and that the world of tomorrow will be shaped by all their initiatives, from the smallest to the most ambitious. Whether you’re joining us for a period of months, years or your entire career, together we can have a positive impact on the future. Creating, daring, innovating, and taking action are part of our DNA. If you too want to be directly involved, grow in a stimulating and caring environment, feel useful on a daily basis and develop or strengthen your expertise, you will feel right at home with us!

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