Technical Lead - GCP, Python, Java

About Zinkworks

Zinkworks partners with leading Telecommunications and Financial Services organizations to modernize legacy systems, migrate mission-critical platforms to the cloud, and engineer AI-driven automation. From OSS transformation to rApp development and network intelligence, our teams simplify complexity and turn it into a competitive advantage. Based in Ireland and operating across the EU, UK, and US, Zinkworks combines deep domain expertise with delivery excellence to help clients modernize faster and operate smarter.

Overview

Zinkworks is seeking a Technical Lead with strong experience designing and delivering Google Cloud Platform (GCP) native solutions. The successful candidate will lead complex development initiatives, mentor engineering teams, and deliver scalable cloud-native applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of GCP-native solutions for large-scale enterprise platforms.
• Architect and develop cloud-native applications using Java and Python.
• Provide technical leadership across complex development projects, ensuring best practices in architecture and code quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including AI/ML, QA, and data engineering teams.
• Guide teams in implementing scalable, resilient, and secure distributed systems.
• Mentor developers and support the adoption of modern engineering practices, and review and approve code.
• Act as Product Owner to the internal design team, creating and maintaining the sprint backlog for development.
• Create user stories with low-level design for implementation.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience building GCP-native solutions.
• Advanced development experience with Java and Python.
• Experience in developing REST-based microservices.
• Experience in developing AI agents using Google ADK or Langchain.
• Experience leading complex software development projects or teams.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and cloud-native design patterns.
• Experience working with distributed systems and large-scale data processing.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native development tooling.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with AI/ML or data-driven platforms.
• Experience delivering telecom or large-scale cloud applications.
• Knowledge of containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

Inclusion & Diversity at Zinkworks

At Zinkworks, we are deeply committed to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We believe that our strength lies in the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our team members. By embracing an inclusive environment, we empower innovation and collaboration across all levels of our organisation. Based in Ireland, we are proud to support and engage with our local communities through meaningful initiatives that promote equity and opportunity. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, as we actively contribute to creating a more inclusive and connected society for all.