Lead Java Software Developer

Overview:

WELCOME TO SITA

At SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry.

You'll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. We don't just move the world forward—we're proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work by our employees and certified in most of our growing locations. Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.

Are you ready to love your job?

The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

As a Lead Java Developer you will not only bring expertise in Java development, microservices architecture, and agile software delivery but also play a critical role in driving transformation and innovation within SITA. Being able to successfully support SITA's wider vision requires the ability to embrace continuous development, automation, creative problem-solving, and collaboration across functions to enable innovation at scale.

In this role, you will lead the design, development, and maintenance of complex systems while fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation. Your leadership will ensure delivery of high-quality solutions aligned with strategic business priorities such as platform modernization, intelligent automation, and accelerated time-to-market. You will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders, mentor developers, and ensure your team remains at the forefront of evolving technologies and development practices.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of robust Java-based microservices applications.
• Guide and mentor a team of Java developers, promoting best practices and technical excellence.
• Ensure high quality and performance of software through effective code reviews, testing, and debugging.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to gather requirements and design innovative solutions aligned with business goals.
• Contribute to and improve coding standards, guidelines, and development processes.
• Drive adoption of DevOps practices including CI/CD and test automation.
• Manage defect resolution processes, ensuring timely delivery of fixes.
• Estimate work efforts accurately and support agile planning across distributed teams.
• Explore and recommend emerging tools and frameworks that support innovation and efficiency.
• Promote a culture of experimentation and learning within the engineering team.

Qualifications:

ABOUT YOUR SKILLS

• Demonstrated ability to drive automation through CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code, improving release speed and reliability.
• Proven experience using AI-powered tools and frameworks to enhance development productivity and automate repetitive tasks.
• Strong innovation mindset, introducing new tools, frameworks, or practices that resulted in measurable improvements in team velocity or product quality.
• Comfortable navigating complex technical challenges by applying experimental thinking and continuous learning to deliver effective solutions.
• Ability to collaborate across functions, working closely with product owners, architects, and QA to align on shared business outcomes.
• Deep expertise in Java development in microservices architecture, with strong knowledge of REST, SOAP, and API integration.
• Solid experience with object-oriented design, design patterns, and software architecture.
• Advanced knowledge of source control and version management using GIT.
• Skilled in working with relational databases (MS SQL Server preferred) and understanding API contracts.
• Familiarity with networking concepts and security in service-oriented environments.

NICE-TO-HAVE

• Experience with modern frameworks such as Spring Boot, Docker, Kubernetes, and Angular.
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts or tools applied within the development lifecycle (e.g., code quality analysis, anomaly detection).
• Background in full stack development or hands-on involvement in infrastructure automation is a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER

We're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We're really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.

Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs)

• Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans.

Flex Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.

Employee Wellbeing: We've got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health – a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.

Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning

Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.