Back End Lead Developer

Wellmo Oy
Finland, 02150 ESPOO
Full time
Direct hire
Updated: 10/20/2026
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Wellmo is seeking a Back End Lead Developer to lead architecture and back-end development for wellness and health service platform capabilities. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, reliable, and scalable software while coaching and guiding the development team.

Main Tasks

  • Lead back-end architecture and development.
  • Coach and guide the team on back-end architecture and development practices.
  • Ensure software quality, reliability, and scalability.
  • Adapt to and manage changes effectively.

Requirements

  • Ability to quickly learn and work productively with Java + Spring, Morphia, and MongoDB, as well as Node + Postgres in a dockerized Linux + Kubernetes environment.
  • Experience developing and maintaining APIs, including using and consuming third-party APIs.
  • Understanding of trackers, queues, and authentication methods (Oauth, SAML).
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, OR versatile field experience.
  • Proven experience in back-end development within small software teams, preferably in the medical IT sector.
  • Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.
  • Understanding of Scrum and Agile methodologies.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with diverse team members and stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with software development processes and the specific challenges of medical IT services.\n- A background in healthcare or medical informatics is considered a plus.

Work Conditions

  • Employment Type: Direct hire.
  • Work Schedule: Full-time.
  • Location: Hybrid (2 days onsite in Espoo Otaniemi).
  • Start Date: As soon as possible.
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