Senior / Lead Fullstack Java Engineer (m/f/d)
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About the role
The Role:
We’re partnering with a highly regarded IT consultancy delivering complex transformation and engineering projects across enterprise clients, with a strong focus on the financial services sector. They’re looking for a Senior / Lead Fullstack Java Engineer to take ownership of modern, business-critical systems while acting as a senior technical voice across projects. This role combines hands-on engineering, architecture influence, client interaction, and technical leadership — ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex challenges while mentoring others and driving engineering quality. You’ll work closely with stakeholders, consultants, and development teams to deliver scalable, production-grade solutions across the full project lifecycle.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lead the development of modern fullstack applications using Java (Spring Boot) and modern frontend technologies
- Drive technical architecture and design decisions across client projects
- Act as a senior technical contact for clients and internal stakeholders
- Build scalable, production-ready systems within enterprise environments
- Mentor and support developers within agile project teams
- Translate complex business requirements into clean, maintainable technical solutions
- Contribute to engineering best practices, code quality, and development processes
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong commercial experience with Java / Spring Boot
- Fullstack expertise with technologies such as Angular, React, or similar frontend frameworks
- Experience leading technical initiatives or acting as a senior engineer within project environments
- Background in consulting, enterprise delivery, or client-facing engineering roles
- Experience within finance, banking, or fintech environments is highly beneficial
- Strong understanding of software architecture, agile methodologies, and modern engineering practices
- German C1+ (mandatory) and strong English skills
- Based in or open to working within the Frankfurt region
Why This Role Stands Out:
- Work on high-impact enterprise systems within financial services
- Opportunity to operate as a technical leader while remaining hands-on
- Join a consultancy recognised for strong engineering expertise and long-term client partnerships
- Hybrid working model with only 2 days onsite
- Clear progression toward Lead / Principal / Architect-level responsibilities
- Collaborative, mature engineering culture with real ownership and autonomy
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