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Java Tech Lead
- 06 March 2026
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- Zürich
Job summary
Join ELCA, a leading Swiss IT company with over 2,300 experts. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with diverse teams.
Tasks
- Design and implement high-quality Java solutions in complex environments.
- Ensure maintainable and scalable systems through best practices and decisions.
- Support teams and clients with complex technical questions and guidance.
Skills
- Degree in Computer Science or related field; 7+ years of Java experience.
- Strong knowledge of Spring/Spring Boot and microservices architectures.
- Experience with CI/CD, containerization, and cloud platforms.
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About ELCA
We are ELCA, one of the largest Swiss IT tribes with over 2,300 experts. We are multicultural and have offices in Switzerland, Spain, France, Vietnam, and Mauritius. Since 1968, our team of engineers, business analysts, software architects, designers, and consultants has been offering tailored and standardized solutions to support the digital transformation of large public administrations and private companies in Switzerland. Our activities span several areas of cutting-edge technologies such as AI, Machine & Deep Learning, BI/BD, RPA, Blockchain, IoT, and CyberSecurity.
As a Lead Java Engineer, you develop and maintain high-end solutions using agile methodology for diverse customer projects. Depending on the project, you work on-site at the customer or in-house at your preferred ELCA location in Zurich or Bern.
Your tasks
- You design and implement high-quality, sustainable Java solutions in complex customer environments, ensuring maximum business value, architectural quality, as well as testability and maintainability of demanding solutions
- You ensure long-term maintainable and scalable systems through architectural and design decisions as well as best practices (e.g., peer reviews)
- As a technical contact person, you support project teams and customers with complex technical issues and promote the professional development of your team
- You advise customers on technology and architecture decisions and have the opportunity to participate in tenders (e.g., feasibility studies, solution design)
- You work in agile project teams using agile methods such as Scrum or SAFe to ensure efficient processes and optimal results
- A dynamic work environment with a young and highly motivated team
- Various opportunities to expand your knowledge and experience by working on a wide range of exciting projects, customers, and technologies
- Attractive career and personal development prospects through training and coaching
- A flat hierarchy and a culture of collaboration across all disciplines
- The chance to change people's lives by building great software
- Work-life balance (41 hrs/week with flexible hours, possibility for home office, at least 25 vacation days), ergonomic and flexible workplace in a multicultural environment
- Interesting benefits such as: contribution to existing mobile phone or business phone, half-fare travelcard subscription and business travel by train in 1st class, attractive pension fund models, coverage of non-occupational accident insurance (private, worldwide), advanced daily sickness allowance insurance as well as fleet discount
Your profile
- Completed studies (University/ETH/FH) in computer science or related field
- 7+ years of experience in analysis, design, and development with Java (Core, Spring Ecosystem, JPA/Hibernate)
- 2+ years of experience as a Tech Lead in the technical leadership of development teams
- Very good knowledge of Spring/Spring Boot, microservices architectures, and experience in software architecture design
- Experience with RESTful APIs (OpenAPI/Swagger) as well as integration of legacy systems (SOAP, batch processes)
- Practical expertise with relational databases (Oracle, MSSQL, PostgreSQL), complex SQL queries, and data modeling
- Familiar with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI), containerization/orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) as well as cloud platforms (AWS is an advantage)
- Fluent German and English skills, both spoken and written
We rely on healthy values and are convinced that diversity is the key to success. Those who approach challenges with curiosity, motivation, and drive are exactly right with us! Be inspired by our motto: We make it work!
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