Lead Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Title:Lead Software Engineer (P3)

Location: Chennai, India

Experience Level: 6-10 years

About the Role:

We are looking for a hands-on Lead Software Engineer (P3 level) to join the Trimble Connect team. In this role, you will own feature development end-to-end, design and build scalable backend services, and guide junior engineers with design and coding best practices. This is a technical leadership position without people management responsibilities, ideal for someone who wants to stay deep in technology, lead by example, and grow toward an architect role.

What You'll Do

- Design, develop, and scale robust backend microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS.

- Apply strong foundations in object-oriented design, design patterns, and SOLID principles to deliver maintainable systems.

- Architect and implement REST APIsfollowing best practices and industry standards.

- Ensure services are highly performant, resilient, and scalable, with a focus on performance optimization.

- Build and manage containerized applications using Docker and container orchestration systems (Kubernetes/ECS).

- Work with messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar) for distributed and event-driven architectures.

- Leverage strong database skills, including data modeling and query optimization, to design services backed by RDBMS.

- Break down large features into smaller deliverables, delegate to junior engineers, and provide technical guidance.

- Conduct code and design reviews, raising the bar for quality and best practices.

- Drive automation in testing, deployment, monitoring, and observability.

- Collaborate with global, cross-functional teams to align on architecture and delivery.

- Mentor engineers and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

What We're Looking For

- 6 -10 years of professional experience in software engineering (Must Have)

- Expert in Java, Spring, Spring Boot, and microservices design (Must Have)

- Hands-on with AWS cloud services (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, IAM, etc.).

- Excellent understanding of design patterns, SOLID principles, and REST API standards.

- Solid experience with Docker, containers, and modern deployment practices.

- Strong knowledge of messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar).

- Proven ability to optimize performance and build services that scale.

- Strong RDBMS and data modeling expertise (MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.).

- Ability to guide others technically - splitting features, delegating, mentoring, and reviewing.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a growth mindset.

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills in global team settings.

Nice to Have

- Experience with Kubernetes and advanced container orchestration.

- Exposure to frontend technologies (React/Angular/TypeScript) for full feature understanding.

- Experience in distributed systems design and high-scale architecture.

How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the Apply Now button located in this posting.

Posting Date

09/26/2025

Application Deadline: Applications could be accepted until at least 30 days from the posting date.

Join a Values-Driven Team: Belong, Grow, Innovate.

At Trimble, our core values of Belong, Grow, and Innovate aren't just words-they're the foundation of our culture. We foster an environment where you are seen, heard, and valued (Belong) where you have an opportunity to build a career and drive our collective growth (Grow) and where your innovative ideas shape the future (Innovate). We believe in empowering local teams to create impactful strategies, ensuring our global vision resonates with every individual. Become part of a team where your contributions truly matter.

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