5 Lead Backend Software Engineer Cloud Services jobs in whatjobs
Lead Backend Software Engineer, Cloud Services
Posted 12 days ago
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Our client is looking for an experienced Lead Backend Software Engineer to architect and develop scalable cloud-based solutions. This is a 100% remote role, empowering you to contribute to cutting-edge technology from anywhere. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust backend systems, ensuring high performance, availability, and security. Your responsibilities will include leading a team of talented engineers, mentoring junior developers, and fostering a culture of technical excellence. You will define and enforce coding standards, conduct code reviews, and guide the technical roadmap for backend development. Expertise in microservices architecture, API design, and database management (SQL and NoSQL) is paramount. Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js is required. Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is essential, including knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. You will collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and DevOps teams to deliver seamless user experiences and reliable services. The ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues, optimize system performance, and implement effective testing strategies will be key. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, coupled with several years of professional software development experience, is expected. Exceptional problem-solving skills, a passion for clean code, and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential challenges are highly valued. As a remote leader, strong communication and interpersonal skills are vital for effective team collaboration and stakeholder management. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned engineer to shape the future of our client's technological infrastructure, working remotely and contributing to innovative projects. Join our client's distributed engineering team and make a significant impact from your home office, ideally based in or near **Kericho, Kericho, KE**.
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Lead Backend Software Engineer (Cloud Services)
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a pioneering SaaS company revolutionizing enterprise resource planning, is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Backend Software Engineer to spearhead their cloud services development team. This is a fully remote position requiring deep expertise in designing, developing, and deploying scalable, robust, and secure backend systems. You will be responsible for architecting microservices, optimizing database performance, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and mentoring a team of talented engineers. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment and possesses a strong command of modern programming languages, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and distributed systems. Your contributions will directly impact the performance, reliability, and scalability of our client's core platform.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable backend microservices and APIs.
- Architect and build robust cloud-native applications on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Drive the adoption of best practices in software development, including TDD, CI/CD, and infrastructure as code.
- Optimize application performance, database queries, and system scalability.
- Mentor and guide junior and mid-level backend engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
- Collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and QA teams to deliver high-quality software.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
- Conduct code reviews, ensuring code quality, maintainability, and security.
- Contribute to the technical roadmap and architectural decisions for the backend systems.
- Evaluate and introduce new technologies and tools to enhance development processes and product capabilities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in backend software development.
- Proven experience leading engineering teams and mentoring junior developers.
- Expertise in one or more backend languages such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
- Strong proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their associated services (e.g., Lambda, EC2, S3, Kubernetes, Docker).
- Extensive experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
- Solid understanding of relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Cassandra).
- Experience with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
- Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working in a distributed team environment.
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies.
- Experience with event-driven architectures is a plus.
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Lead Backend Software Engineer, Cloud Services
Posted 14 days ago
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Our client, a forward-thinking technology company at the forefront of cloud innovation, is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Backend Software Engineer to join their thriving, fully remote engineering team. This role is designed for an individual who excels in architecting robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems and is passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems. As a remote-first organization, we offer unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to collaborate with a global talent pool. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of software development best practices, and a proven ability to mentor junior engineers while driving technical excellence.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Architect, design, develop, and deploy scalable and reliable backend services and APIs using modern programming languages and frameworks.
- Lead the technical direction for backend development initiatives, ensuring alignment with product roadmaps and business objectives.
- Mentor and guide a team of backend engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Optimize application performance, identify and resolve bottlenecks, and ensure high availability and fault tolerance.
- Implement and maintain robust testing strategies, including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing.
- Collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and deliver features.
- Champion best practices in software development, including code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code.
- Evaluate and integrate new technologies and tools to enhance the development process and product capabilities.
- Contribute to the design and implementation of database solutions, ensuring data integrity and efficient querying.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
- Actively participate in architectural discussions and contribute to the evolution of our technology stack.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a significant focus on backend systems.
- Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams and mentoring junior developers.
- Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages such as Python, Go, Java, Node.js, or Ruby.
- Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP and associated services.
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and distributed systems.
- Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with various database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) and data modeling.
- Solid grasp of CI/CD principles and tools.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote, and agile development environment.
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Lead Backend Software Engineer - Cloud Services
Posted 11 days ago
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Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Backend Software Engineer to join their fully remote, cutting-edge technology team. This role is critical for designing, developing, and deploying scalable, high-performance backend services and APIs that power their innovative cloud-based solutions. As a lead engineer, you will mentor a team of talented developers, drive technical decisions, and ensure the adoption of best practices in software development, testing, and deployment. You will collaborate closely with product managers, frontend engineers, and DevOps teams to deliver robust and reliable software that meets stringent quality standards and user needs. This is a remote-first position, empowering you to work from anywhere and contribute to a globally distributed team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, database design, and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or GCP). You should be proficient in multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, Go, Java, Node.js) and have a passion for tackling complex technical challenges. We are looking for a strong leader who can inspire and guide their team while maintaining a hands-on approach to coding and problem-solving. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of our client's technology platform. This role is fully remote.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of backend services and APIs.
- Architect scalable, reliable, and efficient microservices.
- Mentor and guide a team of backend software engineers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product features and technical requirements.
- Implement best practices for code quality, testing, and deployment (CI/CD).
- Optimize application performance and scalability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
- Contribute to technical roadmap planning and strategic initiatives.
- Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
- Ensure security best practices are integrated into the development lifecycle.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of professional software development experience, with a focus on backend systems.
- 3+ years of experience in a leadership or lead engineer role.
- Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Go, Java, Node.js).
- Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL).
- Experience with RESTful API design and development.
- Solid grasp of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
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Lead Backend Software Engineer - Cloud Services
Posted 5 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Lead Backend Software Engineer to join their cutting-edge team in a fully remote capacity. This role is critical in designing, developing, and maintaining robust and scalable backend systems and cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess a deep expertise in modern programming languages, cloud platforms, and distributed systems architecture. You will lead a team of talented engineers, mentor junior developers, and drive technical excellence across the backend development lifecycle. This position demands a strong understanding of software engineering principles, best practices, and a passion for building high-performance, reliable solutions.
Key responsibilities include:
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable backend services and APIs.
- Architect and implement cloud-native solutions on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Mentor and guide a team of backend engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
- Define technical standards, best practices, and coding guidelines.
- Oversee code reviews, ensure code quality, and promote automated testing practices.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
- Collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and DevOps teams.
- Contribute to the development of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.
- Research and evaluate new technologies to improve system performance and efficiency.
- Ensure the security, reliability, and scalability of backend systems.
- Drive the adoption of microservices architecture and containerization technologies.
- Participate in strategic technical planning and roadmap development.
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