Lead Developer

Connecting clients to markets – and talent to opportunity

With 4,300 employees and over 400,000 retail and institutional clients from more than 80 offices spread across five continents, we’re a Fortune-100, Nasdaq-listed provider, connecting clients to the global markets – focusing on innovation, human connection, and providing world-class products and services to all types of investors.

At StoneX, we offer you the opportunity to be part of an institutional-grade financial services network that connects companies, organizations, and investors to the global markets ecosystem. As a team member, you'll benefit from our unique blend of digital platforms, comprehensive clearing and execution services, personalized high-touch support, and deep industry expertise. Elevate your career with us and make a significant impact in the world of global finance.

We’re looking for a Team Lead who is passionate about driving successful project outcomes and ensuring the smooth execution of initiatives. You will be responsible for orchestrating the work of a cross-functional Agile team, maintaining a balanced team structure, and inspiring others by example.

You’ll also ensure clear priorities are set and that deliverables are completed on time and to the highest quality standards. By coordinating effectively with stakeholders, other managers, and technical teams, you will foster transparency, predictability, and alignment throughout the delivery process.

Primary duties will include

• Leading by example – mentoring, guiding, and inspiring a team of talented engineers
• Managing a team of IT specialists (developers and QA engineers)
• Acting as a people manager — supporting personal growth, career development, and motivation of your team members
• Collaborating with Project Managers, Product Managers, BAs, and other leaders to define roadmaps and set priorities
• Overseeing delivery management of assigned projects
• Proactively solving cross-team dependencies through effective communication and collaboration
• Driving agile practices, ensuring successful sprint planning, refinement, and retrospectives
• Supporting backlog management together with lead engineers and product team
• Identifying and implementing process improvements within the team’s daily work
• Participating in recruitment, onboarding, and mentoring of new team members; building and maintaining a well-balanced team with the right mix of skills
• Maintaining team competence through ongoing training and knowledge sharing

What We’re Looking For

You’re someone who:

• At least 3 years of experience working in or leading technical teams, with a solid understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and their practical application. Provides direction, mentorship, and collaborates effectively with global teams.
• Hands-on experience in teams designing and building APIs; experience delivering API-driven solutions is a strong plus.
• Strong delivery focus: able to track and resolve dependencies, ensuring projects are delivered successfully and on time.
• Demonstrates excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, takes ownership of outcomes, and proactively drives improvements rather than only pointing out issues.
• Proficient in tools such as Jira, Confluence, and MS Excel (Power BI a plus) to support planning, tracking, and data-driven decision-making.
• Communicates clearly and confidently, collaborates seamlessly across functions, and builds trust and authority through actions and examples.
• Bonus: Basic programming knowledge and/or experience with financial products or payment systems, helpful for engaging effectively with engineers and stakeholders.

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on mission-critical systems in global trading
• Collaborate with world-class engineers in an international environment
• Be part of a culture that values ownership, quality, and innovation
• Enjoy flexibility with hybrid work and private on-site parking
• Office in central Kraków: ul. Mogilska 35
• Access to personal development, career growth, and real impact

Ready to Apply?

Let’s build something meaningful together. Apply now and take your career to the next level.