A Lead Backend Engineer is a senior-level technical role responsible for overseeing the design, development, and maintenance of the server-side components of software applications. This role combines hands-on coding with leadership, mentorship, and architectural decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of backend developers, offering technical guidance, mentorship, and overseeing code reviews.
• Design, develop, and sustain high-performance backend systems utilizing technologies such as Node.js, Golang, and Python.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to comprehend requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Optimize and scale applications to attain peak performance and dependability.
• Diagnose and resolve intricate technical issues promptly to ensure seamless operations.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, driving continuous enhancements. Participate in architectural discussions, lending insights for system design and scalability.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend development.
• Strong expertise in Node.js, Golang and Python.
• Fullstack development experience with Node.js frameworks (NestJS, TypeORM).
• Experience with designing and building RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Solid understanding of database systems, both relational and NoSQL.
• Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with database design, including appropriate data type selection (preferably PostgreSQL).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.