Architect / Infrastructure Team Lead (Remote - Europe)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Architect / Infrastructure Team Lead in Europe. In this role, you will take full technical ownership of complex backend infrastructures powering high-traffic platforms in gaming, payments, and real-time communication. You will lead the design, maintenance, and continuous improvement of scalable backend systems while supporting cross-functional teams to deliver new features. This position offers the chance to work in a fully remote, fast-paced environment where innovation, autonomy, and collaboration are highly valued. You will work closely with international teams, overseeing system reliability, troubleshooting, and integrations to ensure seamless platform performance. It's a high-impact leadership role where your expertise will directly shape the company's technical evolution. Accountabilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of backend server systems supporting games, payments, accounts, and chat
• Oversee systems such as AccountWeb (casino and payments) and XMPP-based chat servers for in-game communication
• Manage and evolve system APIs, ensuring smooth integration with external platforms like Fireblocks, QT Casino, and Payment IQ
• Provide technical guidance to the team, driving best practices for backend architecture and system performance
• Troubleshoot production and staging environments, ensuring reliable operations across distributed infrastructures
• Maintain and improve the build system, including Maven-based pipelines and Docker deployments
• Support the development of new features and the optimization of existing ones, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a senior Java developer with solid backend expertise
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Docker (Swarm) and containerized environments
• Strong skills in multithreading, networking, and Linux system troubleshooting
• In-depth experience with Maven for building, testing, deploying, and integrating with Docker
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline setup and automation systems
• Knowledge of or experience with frameworks and tools such as Drools, Infinispan, JGroups, JBoss Cache, MariaDB, Spring, GitHub Actions, and modular Maven artifact management
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in distributed environments

Benefits

• Fully remote position with flexible work arrangements
• Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonuses
• 30 paid days off per year
• High autonomy and personal responsibility in a fast-growing company
• Opportunities to contribute to an expanding portfolio of products and projects
• Supportive environment that encourages side projects and entrepreneurial growth
• Inclusive and international team culture with colleagues from over 35 nationalities
• Additional localized benefits for permanent employees, depending on location

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching. When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly. 🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements. 📊 It compares your profile to the job's core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score. 🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role. 🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed. The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team. Thank you for your interest!