Engineering Manager, Software Engineering – Java Backend

Ad Hoc LLC

. Lead and support a team of software engineers developing and maintaining Java-based backend applications and services .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $120,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Java backend development, particularly with Java 17+, Spring, and Spring Boot, while effectively leading and mentoring engineering teams. Balances technical delivery with team development, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring alignment with program objectives.

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Java Backend DevelopmentSpring Boot FrameworkRESTful API DesignAgile Development PracticesTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Java 17+SpringSpring BootREST APIsMicroservicesSQLORM FrameworksObject-Oriented ProgrammingAutomated TestingPerformance Feedback

Soft Skills

CoachingCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsMentorshipCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesCI/CD PipelinesHibernateKafka

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Trust Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Agile DeliveryEngineering Best PracticesEnterprise ModernizationFederal Government ProgramsTeam Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsDockerHibernateJavaKafkaKubernetesMicroservicesOraclePostgresRedisSpringSpring BootSpringBootSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support a team of software engineers developing and maintaining Java-based backend applications and services
Remain technically engaged through architecture, code reviews, troubleshooting, technical design, and hands-on development as needed
Guide the design and delivery of backend applications using Java 17+, Spring, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices
Conduct regular 1:1s, coaching, performance feedback, professional development, and career growth support
Collaborate with engineers, architects, product managers, and program leadership to establish technical priorities and deliver solutions aligned with program objectives
Help engineers own complex technical challenges involving API architecture, service integration, data access, and enterprise modernization
Establish and reinforce engineering best practices, including automated testing, maintainable code, code reviews, and continuous improvement
Support Agile delivery processes, sprint planning, technical estimation, and resolution of engineering blockers
Identify technical risks, dependencies, and improvement opportunities while communicating with technical and nontechnical stakeholders
Partner with customer technical teams and architects to align solutions with program requirements and engineering standards
Support hiring, technical interviews, onboarding, and team development
Foster a collaborative engineering environment centered on accountability, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning
Balance technical delivery with engineering-team development, engagement, and performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and 9+ years of relevant software engineering experience; relevant professional experience may be substituted for education
8+ years of professional software development experience, including significant hands-on Java backend development
5+ years of experience with Spring and Spring Boot developing production backend applications
5+ years of experience designing, developing, or integrating RESTful APIs and microservices
Experience leading software engineers through technical delivery, mentorship, coaching, or formal people management
Experience providing performance feedback, supporting professional development, and managing engineering team priorities
Strong technical foundation in Java, Spring Boot, backend architecture, object-oriented programming, and API design
Recent hands-on software engineering experience with the ability to review code, contribute to technical designs, and troubleshoot complex backend systems
Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, or comparable technologies, including SQL and ORM frameworks such as Hibernate/JPA
Experience supporting software development across the full lifecycle, including design, development, testing, deployment, and production support
Experience working in Agile development environments and collaborating across engineering, product, and program teams
Demonstrated ability to balance technical leadership, engineering delivery, and team development responsibilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including experience working with technical and nontechnical stakeholders
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future
Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance
Preferred: Active, VA-adjudicated Public Trust
Preferred: Previous experience as an Engineering Manager, Technical Lead, Engineering Lead, or Staff Software Engineer with team leadership responsibilities
Preferred: Experience directly managing engineers, including performance reviews, coaching, and career development
Preferred: Experience modernizing legacy enterprise applications or transitioning monolithic systems into microservices
Preferred: Experience with Java 17+ and modern Spring Boot frameworks
Preferred: Experience with event-driven architecture, Kafka, Redis, or distributed systems
Preferred: Experience with reactive programming and Spring WebFlux
Preferred: Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and modern DevOps practices
Preferred: Experience supporting federal government programs, particularly the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Preferred: Experience balancing hands-on technical contributions with formal engineering management responsibilities
Preferred: Experience leading distributed or fully remote engineering teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible PTO
401K with employer match
Paid parental leave after one year of service
Employee Assistance Program