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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Software Engineer - **Company:** Clarivate Analytics - **Location:** Barcelona, Spain - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, DevOps, Elasticsearch, Revision Control Systems, Node.Js, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Spring Cloud, Spring-boot, Backend, Git, Information Technology, Pathfinder, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Docker, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://clarivate.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Clarivate_Careers/job/Spain---Barcelona/Lead-Software-Engineer_JREQ136480 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field; or equivalent relevant work experience. * 5 years of industry experience in Java (Spring Boot) and NodeJS, as well as developing backend RESTful services within a microservices architecture. * Experience with SQL, Elastic search y AWS * 5 years of experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture. * Good knowledge and understanding of Version Control tools (preferably Git) It would be great if you also had . . . * Experience of working within an Agile delivery environment. * Experience running services in docker. * Experience using Jenkins. ## Description As part of a cross-functional team, you will work closely with Product Management, Architecture, and Engineering to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an agile environment, driving architectural decisions, establishing engineering best practices, and leading the development of a greenfield product from the ground up. Given the strategic importance of Pathfinder, you will provide strong technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, helping accelerate delivery, mitigate technical risks, and ensure alignment with the long-term platform strategy. If you are passionate about building high-quality software, mentoring engineers, and shaping the future of innovative life sciences solutions, we'd love to hear from you., * Design, develop, and maintain Java backend services and APIs in a microservices architecture. * Build scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions using Java and Spring Boot. * Deploy and operate cloud-native applications on AWS, using Docker and CI/CD pipelines. * Write clean, well-tested, and well-documented code, following backend best practices. * Troubleshoot, optimize, and maintain existing systems to ensure reliability and performance. * Collaborate cross-functionally with frontend, QA, DevOps, and product teams. About the Team You will be part of a team of Talented Software and QA engineers, working in close collaboration with a Solution Analyst, UX Designer, and Product Owner. As part of our Agile processes, you'll play an active role in developing and delivering our newly launched product Pathfinder. 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