TECHNICAL LEADER (JAVA & REACT)

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Lead with strong technical expertise in backend and frontend technologies to join our Gaming team. In this pivotal role, you will provide technical leadership, mentor team members, and serve as the bridge between stakeholders and development teams. You will be responsible for driving engineering excellence while ensuring our gaming platforms deliver exceptional performance, scalability, and user experiences.This is an opportunity to join a high-growth, innovative organisation that empowers its leaders to drive meaningful technological transformation across our gaming platforms. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical knowledge with outstanding leadership skills, enabling them to guide teams through complex challenges while maintaining alignment with business objectives.At Parser, we take a results-driven approach to working with our clients, including startups and established industry leaders. Our clients come from diverse segments of the industry, but they all share a common need: harnessing the power of technology to create exceptional experiences and drive success.We work in self-managed teams that are highly adaptable and collaborative. You will work alongside highly motivated and technically gifted colleagues, allowing you to expand your skill set and shape your role while imparting your knowledge to the broader team.What You'll Bring To Us:Technical SkillsMinimum 15+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 5+ years in a leadership roleStrong proficiency in Java backend development (Spring Boot, microservices architecture)Solid experience with React, TypeScript, and modern frontend technologiesExperience with containerisation (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practicesKnowledge of database technologies (both SQL and NoSQL)Experience with cloud platforms (preferably GCP)Familiarity with gaming industry technologies and integration patterns is a plus.Leadership & Team ManagementLead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.Take ownership of team composition, including team members' selection, onboarding, offboarding, and capacity planning to ensure continuity and effectiveness.Track and monitor team members' performance, drive continuous improvement, mitigate performance issues, and proactively address attrition by ensuring timely backfills when necessary.Project Ownership & DeliveryPropose, prioritise, and manage backlog tasks, aligning them with sprint goals and delivery timelines.Oversee the entire lifecycle of software projects, from development and testing to deployment and post-release support.Ensure the codebase's quality, efficiency, scalability, and maintainability through rigorous code reviews and best practices.Client Success & Consulting ExcellenceAct as a trusted advisor to clients by identifying and proposing impactful solutions that improve their systems, processes, or outcomes.Deliver value that exceeds client expectations, consistently outperforming internal teams at the client site.Stay attuned to client business goals and proactively recommend technical strategies that align with their needs and vision.Communication & CollaborationTo ensure alignment and mutual success, serve as a communication bridge between clients, product managers, stakeholders, and internal teams.Facilitate open and transparent communication within the team and across the client, fostering a collaborative culture.Technical Expertise & InnovationDrive continuous improvement in engineering practices, processes, and tools within the team.Stay updated on the latest industry trends, technologies, and methodologies, leveraging them to keep systems modern, efficient, and competitive.Develop new features, maintain current production deployments, and ensure smooth integrations with existing systems.Operational ExcellenceMonitor and ensure the team meets delivery milestones while balancing scope, quality, and timeline considerations.Identify and mitigate risks or bottlenecks early in the development cycle to maintain project momentum.Optimise workflows to ensure sustainable team output and reduce technical debt.Business Skills:Understanding of software development lifecycle and project management methodologiesAbility to make data-driven decisions that align with business objectivesKnowledge of gaming industry trends and challenges is a plus.Bonus Skills:Experience with agile development methodologiesStrong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinkingProven track record of delivering complex technical projects on timeAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentExperience working in multicultural and distributed teamsProficient in collaboration platforms that enhance transparency and foster self-organisation within Scrum teams.What We'll Offer You In Return:The chance to join an organisation with triple-digit growth that is changing the paradigm of how software is builtThe opportunity to form part of an amazing, multicultural community of tech expertsA competitive compensation packageThe opportunity to grow inside the companyThe chance to work with leading companies who are pioneers in their industryA flexible and hybrid working environmentOffices in multiple locations around the worldMedical insurance Come and join our #ParserCommunity.