Backend Tech Lead

The Backend Tech Lead will be responsible for leading backend engineering initiatives, designing scalable architectures, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality cloud-based solutions. Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and implementing scalable, high-performance software solutions leveraging cloud capabilities.


• Leading and mentoring a team of software developers in building cloud-native applications and delivering reliable solutions.


• Driving architectural discussions and technical design decisions for large-scale applications built on AWS and/or Azure.


• Developing and optimizing backend services using Node.js and modern software engineering practices.


• Improving application performance through effective code optimization, resource management, and system analysis.


• Ensuring security best practices are integrated across cloud infrastructure and application development processes.


• Promoting engineering best practices to improve code quality, reliability, testing standards, and delivery efficiency.


• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, manage priorities, and deliver projects successfully.


• Supporting the adoption of modern development practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, containerization, and infrastructure automation.


• Contributing to the evolution of microservices architectures and serverless solutions.


• Communicating technical strategies and project progress to stakeholders, including senior leadership when required.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced backend engineering leader with strong technical expertise in cloud technologies and a proven ability to guide teams through complex software projects. Required qualifications and skills include:

• 7+ years of software development experience with a strong track record of delivering successful projects.


• Extensive backend development experience, particularly with Node.js.


• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms, preferably AWS and/or Azure, with relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Developer, or equivalent being a plus.


• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, software design principles, and scalable system architecture.


• Experience designing and implementing cloud-native applications and distributed systems.


• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.


• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.


• Knowledge of microservices architecture and serverless frameworks.


• Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation is a plus.


• Previous experience in a Tech Lead role with a focus on cloud-based solutions.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.


• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to mentor teams, manage multiple priorities, and influence technical decisions.

Benefits:

• Fully remote work environment with flexibility to collaborate from anywhere.


• Opportunity to lead impactful backend engineering projects using modern cloud technologies.


• Exposure to large-scale architectures, cloud platforms, and advanced software development practices.


• Leadership opportunities through team mentorship and technical ownership.


• Opportunity to work with cross-functional and distributed engineering teams.


• Six-month engagement with potential for valuable professional experience and growth.


• Access to challenging technical problems that encourage innovation and continuous learning.