Lead Engineer- Backend

Full Time

Target

3 open roles Website

Join a high‑impact team shaping retail technology for a Fortune 50 brand. You’ll drive backend innovation in a diverse, inclusive environment that serves millions of guests worldwide.

What You’ll Do

  • Design scalable backend architecture using Java/Kotlin and microservices.
  • Lead hands‑on development of complex features and ensure production readiness.
  • Mentor team members, promote learning and growth mindset.
  • Implement observability, monitoring, and reliability practices.
  • Drive security‑first approach, identify vulnerabilities and enforce standards.
  • Plan and deliver sprint work while aligning with product strategy.

What You Need

  • 7+ years software design and development experience.
  • 5+ years building scalable backend systems.
  • Advanced Java and Kotlin proficiency.
  • Experience with microservices, Spring Boot or Micronaut.
  • Hands‑on with Kafka/RabbitMQ and NoSQL/SQL databases.
  • CI/CD pipeline creation using Jenkins, GitLab or similar.
  • Cloud expertise (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and container orchestration.

Good to Have

  • Functional programming in Kotlin.
  • GraphQL API design and integration.
  • Legacy system modernization experience.

The Opportunity

Target’s Bengaluru hub is part of a 5,000‑strong global tech organization, supporting over 4,000 teammates and delivering technology that powers one of the world’s most beloved retail brands.

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