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Java Team Lead

Java Team Lead
INSCALE

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Lisbon, Lisboa, Portugal
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Job posted on July 12, 2025
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Job Description:
Lisbon, Portugal

Java

Team Management

Spring

Hybrid

Full Time

Java Team Lead
Overview

Position Level:
Lead

Client Industry:
Other

Client:
JYSK

Position Highlights
Inscale is looking for a Java Team Lead to join our Lisbon office in a hybrid work model (3 days in-office). Become a part of JYSK, one of the world’s largest retail chains! As a Java Team Leader, you will participate in projects to ensure alignment with the current Java solutions and to ensure the planning of activities within the team. You will also take on the overall responsibility of the applications and that they are developed within the set guidelines and architecture. You will be working with newer technology, frameworks, and platforms including: Spring Boot, Kafka, Kubernetes / Docker, JDK 17

JYSK is a global retail chain that brings Scandinavian design and quality to the world through an extensive range of quality products for sleeping and living. JYSK is known for its commitment to simplicity, functionality, and affordability. With over 3,200 stores in 48 countries, JYSK is a trusted brand for customers seeking to create comfortable and stylish living spaces. At JYSK, we value teamwork, innovation, and a customer-focused mindset. Our culture is built on Scandinavian roots, emphasizing respect, responsibility, and sustainable practices. We are proud to provide opportunities for career growth in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Location

Lisbon, Portugal

Responsibilities
  • You will lead a team working with the heart of our backend that generates billions in revenue
  • You will develop the JYSK architecture in close cooperation with other team leaders, architects, and stakeholders
  • You will develop your leadership skills
  • You will be leading the people working on the most prioritized project in the JYSK portfolio

Qualifications

Must Have Skills:
  • 8+ years of experience in software development with Java
  • Experience leading development teams
  • 5+ years working with Spring Boot
  • Experience with SQL

Nice to Have Skills:
  • Experience with Cloud Native engineering
  • Experience with Kafka
  • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Test Driven Development (TDD)
  • Ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Soft Skills Requirements:
  • Proactively solution-oriented (Nothing is lost in the cracks)
  • Displays maturity and loyalty to the processes, organization, and decisions
  • Dares and wants to challenge the status quo
  • Keeping cool and making qualified decisions under pressure
  • Is very adept at managing own time and priorities
  • Collaboration and help-seeking are seen as strengths
  • Great people skills and motivated to lead a team of Java developers

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, engineering or related discipline OR relevant years of experience in required skills.
Traveling
Travelling to Brabrand, Denmark based on project requirement or the Manager. Expect around 2 days every 3 months for PI planning.
Remarks

Hybrid work model:
  • 3 times a week work from Lisbon office (Avenida da Liberdade, Nr. 36, 7th floor, Lisbon)
  • 2 days a week from home

Company Benefits
  • Health Insurance by Multicare
  • Agile & Scrum Training

Why join us?
The project is currently moving into an event-driven, headless, microservice architecture and expanding the platform to also support store cash registers. You will take a big part in securing the completion and direction of this. It's a process of making highly scalable software that powers the continued growth of JYSK, and you will play a key part in this.
  • Spring Boot
  • Kafka
  • Kubernetes / Docker
  • JDK 17

Work with the best

We foster diversity and inclusion. You will be surrounded by colleagues who are friendly, professional and passionate about their work.

Meaningful Work

We empower our employees to do work that matters and give our people autonomy to do their best work.

International Collaboration

You will be working in an international and diversified environment with opportunity for professional and personal development.

INSCALE Community

We make it a point to take time away from our busy schedules for culture building activities such as casual or tech meet-ups, group outings to celebrate victories, birthdays and festive parties.

Work-Life Balance

To help our employees strike a healthy balance between their jobs and other aspects of their lives, we offer a flexible working environment in all our global locations.

Centrally located office

Work within walking distance to the best restaurants, cafes and department stores with great transportation options close by.

Medical & Health Insurance

All employees are eligible for healthcare coverage which will vary from one location to another.

Ergonomic Workplace

We continually work on securing a safe and pleasant work environment. Our offices are designed to be inviting and encourage inspiration.

Paid Holidays and Sick Leave

Our vacation and holiday benefits give you a considerable amount of paid time away from work each year and may vary from one location to another.

Expat Guide & Relocation Assistance

We provide visa assistance and administrative support for relocating new employees which may vary from one location to another.

On-boarding

Our new employees get off to an optimal start by participating in our INSCALE onboarding program.

Competitive Package

We hire the most talented people, whom you would be proud to associate with and call your peers. We provide competitive salary packages and benefits. It's not a buffet, but your value is definitely honored.
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