Backend Engineer and Developer - Manager - Tire Manufacturing

Company Description

About Publicis Sapient

 

Most companies in the AI era do one of two things: they advise, or they sell you a tool. We do both. Publicis Sapient is a technology company that provides enterprise AI platforms and services, which means we build our own AI platforms and bring the strategists, product thinkers, designers and engineers who make them work inside the world's most complex businesses. It's where people and products shape the future of enterprise, and where your ideas actually reach the organizations that run the world. If you want to question how things are done, learn continuously and do the best work of your career alongside 20,000 people across 28 countries, you're in the right place. Come build with us.

 

Our Commitment to Inclusive Hiring

 

We are committed to fostering and encouraging an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone and we believe great talent comes from many different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. That's why we're committed to creating a hiring process where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and feel safe. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities including: race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion and value the diverse experiences, perspectives, and strengths they bring to our teams.

 

If there's anything we can do to make our recruitment process more accessible or comfortable for you, please let us know. We're happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the application and interview process. You can contact us anytime at [email protected].

 

 

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At Publicis Sapient, we're committed to protecting candidates throughout every step of their journey with us. To help you stay safe from recruitment scams, please remember that our recruiters will only ever contact you from a Publicis Sapient email address. In some cases, we may partner with trusted, vetted recruitment agencies who will clearly identify themselves as working on behalf of Publicis Sapient. If you receive communication from any other domain claiming to represent us, please treat it with caution and contact us at [email protected]

Overview

Why This Role Matters

 

As a Lead Engineer specializing in Java Microservices, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable, high-performance microservices-based solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to architect and deliver cutting-edge Java-based solutions that drive digital transformation for our clients.

 

Where You’ll Make an Impact

 

• Lead the design and development of Java-based microservices architectures, ensuring scalability, performance, and security.

• Collaborate with product managers, architects, designers and engineering teams to define technical roadmaps and deliver business-critical solutions.

• Implement best practices for microservices development, including API design, service discovery, and fault tolerance.

• Optimize Java applications for cloud-native environments, leveraging Kubernetes, Docker, and serverless technologies.

• Drive automation and CI/CD best practices to ensure rapid and reliable deployment of microservices.

• Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring our solutions are cutting-edge and competitive.

 

What You’ll Bring to the Team

 

• Significant experience in Java development, with a strong focus on microservices architecture.

• Expertise in Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Quarkus and other Java-based frameworks for building cloud-native applications.

• Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs, event-driven architectures, and messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar).

• Proficiency in containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, or OpenShift.

• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their integration with Java-based microservices.

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps best practices.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a passion for delivering high-quality, scalable solutions.

• Fluent in Italian and English.

 

Additional Experience We Value

 

• Certifications in Java, Spring, or cloud technologies (AWS Certified Developer, Azure Developer Associate, etc.).

• Working knowledge of React and Next.js frontend framework, with occasional hands-on experience.

• Knowledge of API gateways, service mesh, and distributed tracing tools.

• Background in performance tuning and optimization of Java applications.

• Prior hands-on experience with headless CMS platforms such as Contentstack.

Additional Information

What You'll Get in Return

• Be at the forefront of digital transformation. 
• "Plugged" into a truly global organization with a start-up mindset. 
• Career growth and training opportunities. 
• A collaborative, agile and diverse regional team.
• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family.
• Generous paid leave and holidays.
• Wellness program and employee assistance.