Tech Lead - Java - Industrie & Services - Niort

As a Tech Lead - Java at Sopra Steria, your main responsibilities will include coordinating development activities, overseeing code quality, guiding your team to upskill, validating technical solution estimates in line with client strategies, and engaging in innovation efforts. Your role is crucial in ensuring successful project delivery while contributing to the growth of your colleagues and the community.

Candidates for the Tech Lead - Java position at Sopra Steria should possess a degree level education, preferably a master's degree (Bac + 5) in engineering or an equivalent field. Additionally, a minimum of three years of experience in software design and development with technologies such as Java 17+, Spring, and React is required. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Agile methodologies will bolster your application.

In the Tech Lead - Java role at Sopra Steria, you'll work with a diverse tech stack that includes Java 17+, Azure, Micro Services, Spring, Spring Boot, and React. Familiarity with modern tools like Git, Jenkins, Docker, and Agile methodologies will also be beneficial as you contribute to innovative projects.

Absolutely! Sopra Steria offers numerous career advancement opportunities with over 30 job families and various pathways to explore. As a Tech Lead - Java, you'll not only enhance your technical skills but also have the potential to take on leadership roles, engage in community initiatives, and participate in extensive training programs through Sopra Steria Academy.

As a Tech Lead - Java at Sopra Steria, you’ll enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes options for telework, health insurance, restaurant vouchers, participation in a profit-sharing scheme, holiday bonuses, and co-optation rewards. Additionally, you'll have access to hundreds of self-paced training courses and the opportunity to engage socially through our community initiatives.

To ensure code quality as a Tech Lead - Java, it's essential to implement best practices in coding standards and regularly carry out code reviews. Encourage your team to adopt continuous integration and testing protocols, as well as to engage in peer programming and collaborative problem-solving. Emphasizing a culture of feedback can lead to high-quality deliverables consistently.

Mentoring junior developers effectively involves providing constructive feedback, conducting regular one-on-one sessions to discuss their challenges, and involving them in meaningful projects to enhance their skills. Creating an open environment where questions are encouraged and using pair programming can also be beneficial in fostering their growth.

In my previous roles, I've utilized Agile methodologies to enhance collaboration and productivity. I’ve led sprint planning meetings, facilitated retrospectives, and maintained proactive communication with stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals. Adaptability is key, as is celebrating team achievements to foster motivation.

My approach to project estimation involves breaking down larger tasks into manageable units and utilizing previous project data for accuracy. I prioritize aligning estimates with client expectations, ensuring clear communication around timelines and potential risks. Engaging the team in collaborative estimation helps garner diverse perspectives and improves accuracy.

I prefer using Git for version control due to its robust feature set and ease of collaboration among team members. Utilizing branch strategies, such as Git Flow, ensures that our workflows are efficient and organized, reducing conflicts and enhancing team cohesion.

One challenging problem I encountered involved a performance bottleneck in an application due to inefficient database queries. I resolved it by conducting a thorough analysis, implementing query optimization techniques, and revising data modeling. This not only improved performance but also taught the team valuable optimization strategies.

Staying updated with industry trends involves active participation in tech communities, attending conferences, and following key publications and tech blogs. I also encourage my team to share insights during regular knowledge-sharing sessions, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Communication is vital in a Tech Lead position as it ensures alignment between various stakeholders, including team members, clients, and management. Effective communication fosters collaboration, clarifies expectations, and builds trust within the team, ultimately leading to project success.

Handling conflicts within the team requires a calm and objective approach. I encourage open dialogue, ensuring each party feels heard. Facilitating discussions around the issue helps find common ground and collaboratively develop a solution that meets everyone’s needs.

I have extensive experience utilizing cloud technologies, particularly Azure, to deploy scalable applications. I advocate for leveraging cloud services to enhance efficiency and reliability in application development while also ensuring compliance with security standards.