Technical Lead

About Americana Restaurants International PLC Americana Restaurants International PLC is a pioneering force in the MENA region and Kazakhstan's Out-of-Home Dining industry, ranking among the world’s leading operators of Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) and casual dining establishments. With an extensive portfolio of iconic global brands and a dominant regional presence, we have been driving growth and innovation for over 60 years. Our expansive network of 2,600+ restaurants spans 12 countries throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and Kazakhstan — from Kazakhstan in the east to Morocco in the west — powered by a team of 40,000+ talented individuals committed to delivering exceptional food, superior service, and memorable experiences. In line with our vision for innovation and operational excellence, we have established our Center of Excellence in Mohali, India. This state-of-the-art facility plays a pivotal role in Product Development, IT, Digital, AI, and Analytics, while implementing global IT best practices. Serving as a strategic hub, it strengthens our technology backbone and drives digital transformation across our worldwide operations.Your Impact: As a Java/J2EE Backend Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance backend systems and APIs. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, architect solutions, and deliver robust software that drives business success. Your expertise in Java technologies, databases, and system integration will play a key role in building secure, efficient, and resilient platforms.Your Role Will Include: Key ResponsibilitiesArchitecture & DesignDefine, design, and implement scalable, cloud-native solutions using Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, Python, React.js and Azure Cloud.Architect microservices-based systems with a focus on performance, resilience, and maintainability.Establish coding, architecture, and design standards for engineering teams.2.Full-Stack DevelopmentGuide development of frontend applications in React.js and backend services in Java/Spring Boot, Node.js, and Python.Build and optimize RESTful APIs and event-driven integrations (Kafka, messaging systems).Ensure seamless interaction between frontend, backend, and cloud services.3.Cloud & DevOps EnablementLead deployment and scaling of applications on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) with Docker containers.Implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps for automated builds, testing, and deployments.Drive adoption of cloud-native services (Azure Storage, Redis Cache, PostgreSQL, Event Hub/Confluent Kafka).4. Database & System DesignDesign and optimize relational database schemas (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) and ensure high availability.Implement caching strategies and performance optimizations for real-time and high-traffic systems.5.Quality & SecurityEnforce security best practices across application layers to mitigate risks (SQL injection, XSS, CSRF).Define testing strategies (unit, integration, performance) and drive test automation.Conduct code reviews, mentoring, and technical guidance for engineering teams.6.Collaboration & LeadershipPartner with product managers, QA, DevOps, and engineering leads to deliver end-to-end solutions.Act as a technical advisor for strategic initiatives, ensuring technology alignment with business goals.Document architecture decisions, design patterns, and best practices for knowledge sharing.What You BringMaster’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.10+ years of hands-on software development, with 10+ years in architecture/technical leadership roles.Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, Python, React.js, Azure Cloud Native, Docker & AKS.Deep knowledge of microservices, event-driven architecture, and API design.Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), and Azure Cloud Services.Proven experience in CI/CD automation with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.Strong database expertise in PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle and performance tuning.Familiarity with Kafka/Confluent Cloud, Redis Cache, GIS services, and cloud-native integrations.Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and system design skills.Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring abilities.