Lead Backend Engineer (Java) - Hybrid

Leading global no-code insurance platform for health, life, and P&C, working with enterprise clients like AXA, Bupa, MSIG, and others.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
101 - 500 Employees
8+ years of experience
Finance · Enterprise SaaS · Insurance

Description For Lead Backend Engineer (Java) - Hybrid

CoverGo is a leading global no-code insurance platform revolutionizing the insurtech industry. With a diverse team of 120+ professionals across 30 nationalities, they've achieved remarkable growth, increasing annualized revenue by 30x since 2021. The Lead Backend Engineer role offers an opportunity to shape the technical direction of enterprise-scale insurance solutions. You'll lead architecture decisions, mentor team members, and work with cutting-edge technologies including Java, Spring, and cloud platforms. The position combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring 8+ years of backend experience and 2+ years in senior roles. Benefits include competitive compensation, stock options, health insurance, and a hybrid work environment. The role is perfect for experienced engineers passionate about scalable solutions and technical leadership in a fast-growing, international environment. CoverGo's impressive client roster includes industry giants like AXA, Bupa, and MSIG, offering exposure to enterprise-level challenges and innovations in the insurance sector.

Last updated 19 hours ago

Responsibilities For Lead Backend Engineer (Java) - Hybrid

  • Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of insurance enterprise software solutions
  • Provide technical direction to the team
  • Collaborate with product, design, and engineering teams
  • Optimize platform performance
  • Conduct and lead code reviews
  • Investigate and address bugs
  • Ensure security and compliance
  • Design scalable and flexible platform
  • Provide mentorship to less experienced developers

Requirements For Lead Backend Engineer (Java) - Hybrid

Java
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Kubernetes
  • 8+ years experience as a Backend Engineer
  • 2+ years in senior or management role
  • Proficiency in Java, Spring, Hibernate, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Docker, and Kubernetes
  • Strong background in RESTful API design patterns
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, or Google Cloud)
  • Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD)
  • Knowledge of web security best practices
  • Experience with container technologies
  • Strong communication skills
  • Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams

Benefits For Lead Backend Engineer (Java) - Hybrid

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Competitive Salary
  • 15 Days Annual Leave
  • 13th-month Pay
  • Annual Performance Bonus
  • Stock Options after 6 months
  • Health Insurance
  • Company activities and events
  • Learning and development plan

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