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Lead Backend Software Engineer - Cloud Solutions
Posted 20 days ago
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Our client is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Lead Backend Software Engineer to spearhead the development of scalable cloud-based solutions. This is a completely remote, full-time opportunity, perfect for an expert residing anywhere, though we are particularly interested in candidates with connections to **Kisumu, Kisumu, KE**. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust backend systems that power our innovative platforms. This role requires a deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and modern cloud technologies. Your responsibilities will include leading a team of talented backend developers, defining technical roadmaps, ensuring code quality through rigorous reviews and best practices, and optimizing system performance and scalability. You will architect and implement APIs, manage database solutions (SQL and NoSQL), and work with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. Collaboration with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders will be crucial to deliver high-quality software. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, coupled with a minimum of 8 years of professional backend development experience. Proven experience in a lead or architect role is essential. Expertise in languages such as Python, Java, or Go, and extensive experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP are required. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and a strong understanding of security best practices are also necessary. This role offers the chance to shape the future of our technology stack, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to impactful projects in a fully remote setting. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for building high-performance backend systems, we invite you to apply.
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Lead Backend Software Engineer (Cloud Solutions)
Posted 20 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Backend Software Engineer to join their innovative, fully remote engineering team. This role is central to designing, developing, and deploying robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems and cloud-native applications. As a remote-first organization, you will collaborate closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other engineers using cutting-edge collaboration tools to deliver exceptional software solutions. You will be responsible for architecting solutions, leading code reviews, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring the technical excellence of the backend services. Your expertise in modern programming languages, cloud platforms, and database technologies will be critical to the success of our client's cutting-edge products.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient backend services and APIs using modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js).
- Architect and implement cloud-native solutions on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Lead the development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
- Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
- Perform rigorous code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure code quality and performance.
- Mentor and guide junior backend engineers, fostering their technical growth and development.
- Collaborate effectively with frontend engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
- Optimize application performance, identify and resolve bottlenecks, and ensure high availability.
- Implement and manage databases (SQL and NoSQL), ensuring data integrity and efficient querying.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, bringing innovative ideas to the team.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field. Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in backend software development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
- Proven experience in designing and building scalable microservices architectures.
- Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js).
- Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their associated services.
- Deep understanding of database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Cassandra) and data modeling.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote, distributed team.
- Experience with Agile development methodologies.
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