Team Leader, Java Core

About the role

JYSK is looking for an experienced Team Leader or Senior Java Engineer to lead its Java Core team in Aarhus. You will lead four software engineers and two student engineers while staying hands-on in the team itself, taking part in technical discussions and contributing to the solutions built. The role sits in a department exploring AI-assisted and agentic software development, with a focus on quality, security and sound engineering principles.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, support and develop the Java Core team
• Provide technical guidance and contribute directly to engineering work, including design, development and problem-solving
• Stay actively involved in daily work while balancing hands-on contribution with leadership
• Explore how AI can support software development and improve engineering processes
• Support the thoughtful adoption of AI while keeping quality, security and sound engineering practices central
• Collaborate across teams, especially with the platform teams
• Apply JYSK's leadership principles, focusing on goal orientation and accountability

Required profile

• Solid professional experience in software development and strong knowledge of Java technologies
• Motivated by leading, supporting and developing software engineers
• Able to combine technical leadership with people leadership while remaining an active team member
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, enjoying cross-team collaboration
• Hands-on experience building and scaling an agentic Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Curious about how AI can improve software development and engineering practices
• Ideally has experience with AI-assisted or agentic software development
• Takes responsibility, gives direction and creates an environment where colleagues can contribute and grow

What we offer

• Influence on people, technology and the future direction of Java development at JYSK
• A leadership community of 12 leaders across the department
• Short decision-making processes and freedom with responsibility
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Flexible working conditions and a workplace focused on work-life balance

Applicants should send only their CV; a traditional cover letter is not needed.