Software Team Lead (Backend)

Quicklizard, A young, dynamic company is looking for a Software Team Lead to develop and monitor the core modules and infrastructure that power our innovative solutions.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Software Team Lead with strong backend development capabilities to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a team of talented developers, managing the Scrum process, and contributing hands-on to our codebase (30% of the time). You will play a crucial role in mentoring team members, enhancing team velocity, and ensuring the reliability and scalability of our core services.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Mentorship:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of software developers.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Conduct regular code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Promote a customer-first attitude within the team to ensure our solutions meet client needs.

Hands-On Development:

• Actively participate in coding tasks, primarily using Golang.
• Contribute to legacy systems written in Ruby and services in Python as needed.
• Collaborate on the design and implementation of new features and services.

Scrum Management:

• Oversee the Scrum process, including sprint planning, estimation, and retrospectives.
• Track project progress and work to improve team velocity and efficiency.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align development efforts.

Collaboration

• Work closely with other teams in the R&D department to ensure seamless integration of services.
• Share knowledge and best practices across teams to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Participate in joint planning sessions and contribute to company-wide technical initiatives.

Infrastructure & Architecture:

• Manage and optimize our microservices architecture running on AWS Kubernetes (k8s).
• Ensure the robustness, scalability, and security of the core modules.
• Monitor system performance and proactively address potential issues.

Data Pipeline & Databases:

• Oversee data pipelines built on Kafka and RabbitMQ.
• Utilize Redis as a caching layer to enhance system performance.
• Utilize Amazon RDS and Elasticsearch for data storage and retrieval.
• Collaborate with data engineers to optimize data flow and processing.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of software development experience.
• At least 2 years in a leadership or team lead role.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Golang; experience with Ruby and Python is a plus.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and AWS Kubernetes (k8s).
• Experience with messaging systems like Kafka and RabbitMQ.
• Familiarity with databases such as Amazon RDS, Elasticsearch, and caching technologies like Redis.
• Knowledge of best practices in software development, including design patterns and testing.

Leadership & Management Skills:

• Proven ability to manage the Scrum process and improve team performance.
• Excellent planning, estimation, and tracking skills.
• Strong mentorship capabilities with a focus on team growth and development.
• Demonstrated ability to instill a customer-first mindset within the team.

Collaboration Skills:

• Experience working collaboratively with multiple teams within R&D.
• Strong communication skills to effectively coordinate cross-team projects.
• Ability to build strong relationships with peers and stakeholders.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to lead a critical team within a cutting-edge tech company.
• A culture that values a customer-first attitude, innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working arrangements.