Software Engineering Team Leader

Kendago is a technology-backed company, that is behind some of the world’s largest and most successful direct-to-consumer brands it develops with its partners. Renowned for its utilization of best-in-class digital marketing techniques, data-backed creative, and internally developed campaign management methodologies, Kendago stands as a leader in its field globally. At the heart of its operations lies a proprietary technology platform that integrates data from various sources, conducts in-depth analyses and generates a comprehensive list of campaign optimization gaps and action items. Kendago was ranked for the last 5 years in the fastest-growing companies list by Statista and Globes. Remarkably, all of Kendago's growth has been achieved organically and profitably.

We are looking for a Senior Team leader to join our R&D team, driving innovation, fostering teamwork and have a passion for solving complex challenges and lead a great team .

Background & Expertise:

A degree in Computer Science or a similar field, or equivalent military training in a related discipline.

5+ years in development roles, ideally within fast-paced, dynamic environments such as startups.

At least 3 years of experience managing and leading technical teams.

Technical Knowledge:

Expertise in designing and managing data-centric systems.

Advanced proficiency in Python.

Demonstrated experience creating scalable microservices architecture with complex business workflows.

Solid experience working with both relational and NoSQL databases.

Familiarity with React is an added advantage.

Skilled in code reviews and providing technical mentorship.

Soft Skills:

Exceptional leadership abilities to inspire, engage, and align a team toward common goals.

A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Strong communication and collaboration skills to foster teamwork.

Responsibilities:

Lead the full lifecycle of key platform domains—design, development, deployment, monitoring, and optimization.

Shape and implement a technical vision, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals.

Oversee the architecture and development of data-intensive and web applications, with a strong focus on performance and scalability.

Build and manage integrations with external platforms and APIs (e.g., Google, Facebook, TikTok).

Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth communication and alignment with other departments.

Provide mentorship and technical guidance to the team while promoting a culture of accountability and excellence.

Actively contribute to planning and sprint execution, balancing short-term deliverables with long-term goals.

Partial hands-on involvement with technologies such as Python, Node.js, and React.

What We Offer:

A collaborative and supportive environment that values creativity and initiative.

Opportunities to work on challenging projects with high visibility.

A role that blends leadership and technical contribution, with plenty of room for growth.

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