Java Backend Engineering Team Lead (Kenya) at Triggerise (Tiko)

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Meta Description: Triggerise (Tiko) is hiring a Java Backend Engineering Team Lead in Kenya. Apply with 8+ years of backend engineering experience, Java, Spring, Microservices and AWS skills.

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Job Details

Job Title: Java Backend Engineering Team Lead

Company: Triggerise (Tiko)

Location: Kenya

Job Type: Full Time

Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree

Experience: 8+ years

Job Field: ICT / Computer

Posted: September 2, 2026

Deadline: Not specified

Salary: KSh 444,178 – KSh 740,000 gross per month

Job Overview

Triggerise (Tiko) is seeking an experienced Java Backend Engineering Team Lead to lead a team of software engineers while contributing to the development and maintenance of scalable software systems.

The successful candidate will combine strong hands-on backend engineering expertise with people leadership, helping the engineering team deliver reliable, secure and high-quality software. The position is particularly suited to an experienced Java engineer with a strong background in JVM technologies, Spring, Microservices and AWS.

The role also involves participating in Agile practices, coordinating engineering work, supporting team development and ensuring that software meets appropriate standards for security, data protection, maintainability and quality.

About Triggerise (Tiko)

Triggerise is a non-profit organisation that uses technology and behavioural approaches to encourage people, particularly young women and adolescent girls, to make positive choices and access healthy products and services.

The organisation uses tools such as reminders, discounts, digital and in-person follow-ups and reward points to encourage users to access services. Triggerise also supports users in becoming entrepreneurs and creating economic opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

As Java Backend Engineering Team Lead, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and developing a team of software engineers.
• Supporting the professional growth and performance of team members.
• Participating in team performance reviews and people-management activities.
• Coordinating the work undertaken by the software engineering team.
• Contributing to the maintenance and development of new features on the software platform.
• Applying software engineering principles throughout system design, development, testing, maintenance and evaluation.
• Working within an Agile environment and participating in relevant Agile ceremonies and practices.
• Building scalable and maintainable backend systems.
• Ensuring software is developed with appropriate security and data-protection considerations.
• Working with team members and other stakeholders to deliver quality software.
• Documenting technical work clearly so that it can be understood and maintained by other team members.
• Supporting a culture of continuous improvement, quality and technical excellence.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should have:

• At least 8 years of backend engineering experience, particularly involving JVM-based languages.
• At least 3 years of formal leadership experience managing a team of Java backend engineers.
• Experience conducting or participating in team performance reviews.
• Extensive experience developing backend software using Java.
• Strong experience with the Spring Framework.
• Experience working with Microservices architecture.
• Experience working with Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Experience with various Java backend tools and frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to build software and scalable systems from the ground up.
• Strong logical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• A focus on software quality rather than simply writing code.
• Understanding of secure software development and data protection.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative engineering team.
• Must be based in Kenya.

Additional Advantage

Experience or knowledge of Salesforce CRM will be an added advantage.

Key Technical Skills

The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge or experience in:

• Java
• JVM languages
• Spring Framework
• Spring-based backend development
• Microservices
• AWS
• Backend engineering
• Software architecture
• API and backend development
• Software testing
• Secure software development
• Data protection
• Agile development
• Technical documentation
• Team leadership
• Performance management
• Problem solving

Salary and Benefits

Triggerise lists a gross monthly salary range of:

KSh 444,178 – KSh 740,000 per month, paid 12 times per year.

The final salary offered will depend on the candidate's experience and how their level compares with the requirements and experience of other team members.

Additional benefits include:

• Location-specific benefits and allowances.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote or hybrid options.
• Personal development budget of €500 per year.
• Unlimited holiday days, subject to team coordination.
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing and impactful technology product.
• A workplace culture based on trust, autonomy and reduced micromanagement.

Work Arrangement

The position is based in Kenya and offers flexible working arrangements, including remote or hybrid options, according to the employer's stated arrangements.

Who Should Apply?

This position is best suited to a senior backend engineer who has progressed into technical and people leadership.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate substantial experience building backend systems using Java and JVM technologies, together with proven experience leading engineering teams. Strong knowledge of Spring, Microservices and AWS is particularly important.

Applicants should also be comfortable balancing technical delivery, team leadership, software quality, security and long-term system scalability.

How to Prepare Your CV

Your CV should be tailored specifically to senior Java engineering leadership.

Make sure to highlight:

• Total years of backend engineering experience.
• Years of Java/JVM development experience.
• Java backend systems you have designed or built.
• Leadership experience and team sizes managed.
• Examples of conducting performance reviews or developing engineers.
• Spring Framework expertise.
• Microservices architecture experience.
• AWS services and cloud projects.
• Scalable system development.
• Software security and data protection experience.
• Agile/Scrum experience.
• Relevant technical leadership achievements.
• Salesforce experience, if applicable.

Use measurable achievements where possible. For example, explain how you improved system performance, increased reliability, reduced deployment problems, improved development processes or successfully led a team through a major technology project.

Application Details

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through Triggerise (Tiko)'s online recruitment platform.

Application Deadline: Not specified in the vacancy.

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible because no closing date has been provided.

Job Summary

Triggerise (Tiko) is hiring a Java Backend Engineering Team Lead in Kenya to lead a team of Java backend engineers and contribute to the development of scalable, secure and high-quality software.

The role requires 8+ years of backend engineering experience and at least 3 years of formal leadership experience, together with strong Java, Spring Framework, Microservices and AWS expertise.

The position offers a gross monthly salary of KSh 444,178 to KSh 740,000, plus location-specific benefits, flexible remote or hybrid working arrangements, a €500 annual personal development budget and unlimited holiday days.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What position is Triggerise hiring for?

Triggerise is hiring a Java Backend Engineering Team Lead.

2. Where is the position based?

The position is for candidates based in Kenya.

3. How much does the Java Backend Engineering Team Lead earn?

The stated gross salary is KSh 444,178–KSh 740,000 per month, paid 12 times annually.

4. How much experience is required?

Candidates need at least 8 years of backend engineering experience, with at least 3 years of formal leadership experience managing Java backend engineers.

5. What programming language is required?

Strong Java development experience is required, particularly within JVM-based backend environments.

6. Is Spring Framework experience required?

Yes. Extensive experience with the Spring Framework is listed among the requirements.

7. Is AWS experience required?

Yes. Experience working with AWS is required.

8. Is Microservices experience required?

Yes. Experience with Microservices is one of the listed requirements.

9. Is Salesforce experience mandatory?

No. Salesforce CRM knowledge or experience is listed as an advantage rather than a mandatory requirement.

10. Can the job be done remotely?

The employer states that flexible working arrangements, including remote or hybrid options, are available.

11. Is there an application deadline?

No deadline is specified in the vacancy information provided.

12. Who is the ideal candidate?

The ideal candidate is a senior Java backend engineer with substantial JVM experience, strong Spring, Microservices and AWS knowledge, and proven experience leading Java engineering teams.

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Do not send money to individuals claiming to represent Triggerise or any recruitment agency. Always verify recruitment information through the employer's official application channels.

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