AI Engineering Lead – Technical Team Lead, Insurance Solutions

Proof IT

. Own technical architecture and direction for a business-critical insurance platform built with Java, Oracle, and Kubernetes .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • LatviaSenior💰 €5,000 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical architecture and leadership for Java-based enterprise applications, with a focus on integrating AI solutions and ensuring production reliability. Proven ability to mentor teams, manage complex development initiatives, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

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Java-Based Enterprise ApplicationsTechnical Architecture LeadershipAI-Assisted Development ToolsProduction System ReliabilitySoftware Quality Assurance

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Hard Skills

JavaJVM PerformanceSQLOracle DatabasesKubernetesAI Coding AgentsAutomated TestingCode Review ProcessesArchitectural DesignTechnical Decision-Making

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsExcellent CommunicationCollaborative LeadershipMentoring

Industry Keywords

Insurance PlatformProduction ReliabilityTechnical EscalationsCapacity PlanningTechnical Guidelines

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaKubernetesOracleSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own technical architecture and direction for a business-critical insurance platform built with Java, Oracle, and Kubernetes
Lead and develop an engineering team by coordinating priorities, distributing responsibilities, managing capacity, mentoring engineers, and supporting professional development
Integrate AI agents into development workflows
Establish AI-assisted code review processes and quality standards for AI-generated solutions
Ensure production reliability and performance across JVM, SQL, Oracle, caching, and Kubernetes environments
Investigate complex production issues and coordinate solutions
Communicate directly with clients and stakeholders during technical escalations
Identify architectural weaknesses and lead major system changes from concept to production
Improve testing strategies, verification processes, code reviews, and technical guidelines
Plan and evaluate complex development initiatives, estimate technical effort, identify risks, and own technical decisions
Translate complex technical challenges into clear decisions and actionable priorities for technical and business stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong hands-on experience in software engineering and system architecture, preferably with Java-based enterprise applications
Experience leading technical teams, including task delegation, capacity planning, technical decision-making, and mentoring
Solid understanding of Java, JVM performance, SQL, Oracle databases, caching mechanisms, and Kubernetes
Proven experience designing, maintaining, and improving complex production systems
Experience troubleshooting performance issues and managing technical incidents
Experience driving significant architectural changes, migrations, or technical improvements from planning to production
Practical experience using AI coding agents and AI-assisted development tools
Ability to critically evaluate generated solutions and ensure production-level quality
Understanding of software quality assurance, automated testing, code review processes, and engineering best practices
Ability to assess complex technical initiatives and provide reliable estimates
Ability to take ownership of delivery outcomes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to make independent technical decisions and clearly explain reasoning
Excellent communication skills and ability to manage technical discussions and escalations with clients in English
Collaborative leadership style and genuine interest in helping engineers grow
Legal right to work in the EU

Benefits

Comp & perks

Freedom to choose where you work — 100% remotely, from the modern office in Riga, or in a hybrid setup
Health insurance from the first working day, including dentistry, sports, psychosomatics, outpatient rehabilitation additional programmes, and critical illness insurance
Paid mobile phone and mobile connection after the probation period
Team-building activities and annual company events
Paid participation in sports events
Flexible working hours
Option to work reduced hours within 30 to 40 hours per week
100% paid sick leave A
Work outside the home country for up to 6 months per year within the EU/EEA
Professional growth through trainings and conferences
Access to an internal library
Participation in knowledge-sharing events
Opportunity to lead or participate in internal technology initiatives
Colleague referral programme with a financial bonus
Compensation for purchasing and maintaining optical products
Financial support for important life events
Partially paid study leave
Democratic and collaborative work environment
High level of autonomy and opportunity to influence technological and product direction
Supportive onboarding and training process