Backend Team Lead

Who we are?

Augmented Intelligence (AUI) is a tech company based in NYC with locations in Tel Aviv and Ramallah. Apollo, by AUI, is a breakthrough language model, built with a neuro-symbolic architecture to enable the native tool use, controllability and predictability transformer-based agents lack. Companies of any kind can fine-tune Apollo to create agents with unprecedented levels of accuracy, safety and performance, continuously evolving through human feedback.

What will you be doing?

We are seeking a highly experienced Back-End Team Lead to join our R&D team. The ideal candidate will excel in leading and managing a team of engineers to deliver high-quality products in collaboration with product, data, and infrastructure teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of back-end engineers to deliver high-quality products and features
• Provide guidance and mentorship to individual team members
• Work closely with product and data teams to understand customer needs and translate them into technical requirements
• Develop and implement engineering plans, including schedules and resource allocation
• Instill best practices and cutting-edge engineering processes, staying up-to-date with industry advancements
• Identify and address technical risks and issues that may impact project timelines or product quality
• Communicate progress and adjust plans as needed to meet project goals
• Recruit, train, and onboard new engineering team members
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Have a deep understanding of Agile development methodologies

What should you have?

• Strong background in back-end engineering with a focus on modern web technologies
• 1+ years experience as a team leader
• Proven experience as a Back-End Engineer
• 3+ years of Node.js development experience and substantial JavaScript experience
• 2+ years experience working with the Express.js framework
• 2+ years experience working with non-relational databases such as MongoDB, Firebase, or similar technologies
• Able to work in a start-up environment: proactive and can-do attitude, ability to work in a dynamic environment, and collaborate with a global team
• A true team player who is willing and excited to contribute to our team’s and company’s success
• Excellent communication, time management skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of an agile team
• Proven ability to build relationships and work in a team as well as an independent environment; can easily work and be productive when working remotely
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English