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Lead SW Developer

Global leader in elevator and escalator industry, transporting two billion people daily with operations in over 60 countries and 60,000+ employees.
Kunshan, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · IoT

Job Description

KONE, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry with annual revenue of €11.0 billion, is seeking a Lead Software Developer to join their team. This senior role focuses on designing and implementing scalable backend services, with a special emphasis on IoT and large-scale data processing.

The position offers an opportunity to lead the development of mission-critical systems that help move billions of people daily. As a Lead SW Developer, you'll be at the forefront of implementing microservices architecture and cloud-based solutions, working with cutting-edge technologies like Spring Boot/Spring Cloud, Docker, and Kubernetes.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of Java backend development experience and a strong foundation in cloud platforms (AWS/Ali Cloud). You'll have the chance to mentor junior developers, drive technical excellence, and shape the future of urban mobility through innovative software solutions.

KONE emphasizes a collaborative work culture where individual contributions are valued and sustainability is integrated into daily operations. The company follows ethical business practices and fosters an environment of mutual trust and respect. With operations in over 60 countries and a team of 60,000+ professionals, this role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and impact.

The position is based in Kunshan and requires expertise in microservices architecture, database optimization, and cloud technologies. Priority will be given to candidates with IoT experience, particularly in handling large-scale data processing. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior developer looking to take on technical leadership responsibilities while working on systems that impact millions of users daily.

Last updated 5 days ago

Responsibilities For Lead SW Developer

  • Lead the design and development of Java backend systems ensuring high stability, performance, and scalability
  • Develop and optimize microservices using Spring Boot/Spring Cloud
  • Lead database design and optimization for MySQL
  • Guide junior developers in writing efficient SQL and optimizing queries
  • Lead containerization efforts using Docker and Kubernetes
  • Lead code reviews and mentor junior developers
  • Define and expose RESTful API interfaces
  • Handle large-scale IoT data processing
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to team members
  • Contribute to team's technical vision and roadmap

Requirements For Lead SW Developer

Java
MySQL
Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or related field
  • 5+ years of Java backend development experience
  • Deep understanding of JVM principles and Java concurrent programming
  • Extensive experience in microservices architecture
  • Experience with AWS or Ali Cloud development
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Alibaba Cloud)
  • Experience in leading projects and mentoring junior developers
  • IOT-related work experience preferred

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