Senior Fullstack (Java+React) Lead Developer

Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change.

 

By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with leading brands from various industries to create dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses.

 

From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Fullstack (Java+React) Lead Developer to join our growing engineering team in Brasov, Romania. In this role, you will take ownership of designing and implementing robust fullstack solutions while leading and mentoring a team of talented developers. You will be responsible for architecting scalable applications, establishing coding standards, and driving technical excellence across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with strong technical expertise and proven leadership capabilities to make a significant impact on our product development strategy.

• Design and architect scalable fullstack applications using Java backend and React frontend technologies
• Lead and mentor a team of developers, providing technical guidance, code reviews, and performance feedback
• Develop and maintain high-quality backend services using Java, including REST APIs and microservices
• Build responsive and intuitive user interfaces using React and modern frontend frameworks
• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural patterns across the development team
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
• Implement and optimize database schemas for both SQL and NoSQL databases
• Oversee the implementation of CI/CD pipelines and deployment strategies
• Conduct technical interviews and participate in the hiring process for engineering positions
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending adoption where appropriate
• Drive code quality initiatives, including testing strategies, refactoring efforts, and technical debt management

**Required Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• 7+ years of professional software development experience
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Java backend development
• 4+ years of professional experience with React and modern frontend technologies
• 3+ years of experience in a technical leadership or senior developer role
• Proven experience leading and mentoring development teams
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and SOLID principles
• Experience developing and maintaining REST APIs and microservices
• Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows
• Solid knowledge of relational and non-relational databases
• Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical mindset

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools and deployment automation
• Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and testing frameworks
• Exposure to event-driven architecture and message queues
• Experience with performance optimization and scalability challenges
• Contributions to open-source projects or technical community involvement

Discover some of the global benefits that empower our people to become the best version of themselves:

• Finance: Competitive salary package, share plan, company performance bonuses, value-based recognition awards, referral bonus;  
• Career Development: Career coaching, global career opportunities, non-linear career paths, internal development programmes for management and technical leadership;
• Learning Opportunities: Complex projects, rotations, internal tech communities, training, certifications, coaching, online learning platforms subscriptions, pass-it-on sessions, workshops, conferences;
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work and flexible working hours, employee assistance programme;
• Health: Global internal wellbeing programme, access to wellbeing apps;
• Community: Global internal tech communities, hobby clubs and interest groups, inclusion and diversity programmes, events and celebrations.

At Endava, we’re committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.