Lead Java Software Engineer
Lead a small team of Java engineers while remaining hands-on (60-70%) developing modern Java applications using Spring Boot and full stack technologies. Drive architecture and modernization of business-critical apps like CRM and customer portals.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Bern, Switzerland
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Lead
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Software Architecture
- System Integration
- CI/CD
- Secure Coding
- Application Security
Nice to have
- ERP
- CPQ
- Product Configurators
- PLM
- Manufacturing or Industrial Software
Full description
Lead Java Software Engineer Bern Canton | Hybrid
Are you an experienced Java Software Engineer with Lead experience or who is ready to take the next step into leadership—without giving up hands-on development?
I'm currently supporting a Swiss market-leading industrial technology company with a global presence in over 70 countries in their search for a Lead Java Software Engineer to help shape the future of their business-critical application landscape.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys combining software engineering, leadership, architecture and business collaboration, while remaining actively involved in development.
Why this role?
You will join a financially stable Swiss engineering company that develops highly innovative products used around the world.
The business is entering an exciting phase of digital transformation, investing heavily in modernising a number of core applications and preparing for a major technology evolution over the coming years.
You will have genuine influence over technical decisions, architecture and the future direction of the application landscape.
What you will be doing
Leading and technically mentoring a small team of experienced software engineers (4–5 people)
Remaining highly hands-on (around 60–70%) developing modern Java applications
Designing and building new functionality using:
- Java
- Spring Boot
- Modern Full Stack technologies
Driving the evolution of business-critical applications including:
- Product Configuration
- Sales Applications
- CRM
- Customer Portals
- Internal Business Systems
Working closely with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
Helping modernise legacy applications while preparing the organisation for future platform transformation
Influencing software architecture, integration strategy, application security and development standards
What we're looking for
Strong Java development experience
Excellent Spring Boot knowledge
Experience building modern web applications
Solid understanding of:
- Software Architecture
- System Integration
- CI/CD
- Secure Coding
- Application Security
Experience working with complex business applications
Fluent German (C1+) and good English
Nice to have
Experience working with systems such as:
- ERP
- CPQ
- Product Configurators
- PLM
- Manufacturing or Industrial Software
Leadership experience is beneficial—but not essential.
If you're a senior engineer with the right mindset and are ready to lead technically while continuing to code, we would love to hear from you.
The type of person who will thrive here
This isn't a highly corporate environment with endless processes.
We're looking for someone who:
Enjoys solving complex technical challenges
Stays positive when things aren't perfect
Can guide and inspire experienced engineers
Enjoys improving existing systems while helping shape future technology
Wants to make a genuine long-term impact
What's on offer
Technical leadership with real influence
Work for a globally recognised Swiss technology company
Be part of a major digital transformation programme
Stay hands-on with modern Java development
Influence future architecture and technology decisions
Small, highly skilled engineering team
Excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth
Hybrid working
Attractive salary and bonus package